1990 Lexus LS vs. 2005 Nissan Platina
To start off, 2005 Nissan Platina is newer by 15 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 133 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Platina. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Platina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lexus LS weights approximately 750 kg more than 2005 Nissan Platina. 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, 2005 Nissan Platina, 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Platina. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1990 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Platina. 1990 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan Platina has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan Platina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lexus LS | 2005 Nissan Platina | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | LS | Platina |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3968 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2480 mm |
