1989 Lexus LS vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (222 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 793 kg more than 1989 Lexus LS.
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, 2013 Ford E-Series (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lexus LS. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lexus LS | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Lexus | Ford |
| Model | LS | E-Series |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 2611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 150 L |
