1990 Lexus LS vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lexus LS would be higher. 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 74 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (168 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lexus LS weights approximately 585 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. 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, 2000 Mazda Familia, 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lexus LS | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Lexus | Mazda |
| Model | LS | Familia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3968 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2680 mm |
