1991 Lexus LS vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lexus LS would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lexus LS weights approximately 255 kg more than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Lexus LS (351 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1991 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Lexus LS | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Lexus | Toyota |
Model | LS | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3969 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3240 mm |