1989 Rover Range Rover vs. 2010 Lexus GX
To start off, 2010 Lexus GX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus GX (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1989 Rover Range Rover. (185 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus GX weights approximately 420 kg more than 1989 Rover Range Rover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2010 Lexus GX (446 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Rover Range Rover. (319 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Rover Range Rover | 2010 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Rover | Lexus |
| Model | Range Rover | GX |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3947 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 446 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1885 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 87 L |
