1989 Lexus LS vs. 1989 Porsche 944
To start off, both 1989 Lexus LS and 1989 Porsche 944 were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 25 more horse power than 1989 Porsche 944. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1989 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lexus LS weights approximately 405 kg more than 1989 Porsche 944. 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) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Porsche 944. (330 Nm). This means 1989 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Porsche 944. 1989 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1989 Porsche 944 has manual transmission. 1989 Porsche 944 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 | 1989 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Lexus | Porsche |
| Model | LS | 944 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1413 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2390 mm |
