1990 Jaguar XJR-15 vs. 1989 Lexus LS
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 is newer by 1 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 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1989 Lexus LS. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1989 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lexus LS weights approximately 768 kg more than 1990 Jaguar XJR-15.
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, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 (569 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lexus LS. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lexus LS. 1989 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 has manual transmission. 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 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:
| 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 | 1989 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
| Model | XJR-15 | LS |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5993 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |
