1990 Lexus LS vs. 1990 Toyota Corolla

To start off, both 1990 Lexus LS and 1990 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,968 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lexus LS weights approximately 800 kg more than 1990 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1990 Lexus LS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Lexus LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Lexus LS 1990 Toyota Corolla
Make Lexus Toyota
Model LS Corolla
Year Released 1990 1990
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3968 cc 1587 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 242 HP 90 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1815 kg 1015 kg
Vehicle Length 5000 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2820 mm 2440 mm


 

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