1990 Lexus LS vs. 2006 Saturn ION
To start off, 2006 Saturn ION is newer by 16 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 101 more horse power than 2006 Saturn ION. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lexus LS weights approximately 365 kg more than 2006 Saturn ION. 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, 2006 Saturn ION, 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Lexus LS | 2006 Saturn ION | |
Make | Lexus | Saturn |
Model | LS | ION |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3968 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2630 mm |