1989 Lexus LS vs. 1950 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1989 Lexus LS is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lexus LS (242 HP) has 198 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lexus LS weights approximately 894 kg more than 1950 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203. 1989 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1950 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1950 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lexus LS | 1950 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Lexus | Peugeot |
| Model | LS | 203 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 50 L |
