1990 Lexus LS vs. 2013 Mazda CX-09
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-09 is newer by 23 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, 2013 Mazda CX-09 (269 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1990 Lexus LS. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-09 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-09 weights approximately 247 kg more than 1990 Lexus LS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mazda CX-09 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-09 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Mazda CX-09 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lexus LS. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda CX-09 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lexus LS | 2013 Mazda CX-09 | |
| Make | Lexus | Mazda |
| Model | LS | CX-09 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3968 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5108 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1936 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1728 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2875 mm |
