1991 Lexus LS vs. 2011 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango is newer by 20 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, 2011 Dodge Durango (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1991 Lexus LS. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1991 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Durango weights approximately 379 kg more than 1991 Lexus LS. 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, 2011 Dodge Durango (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lexus LS. (351 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lexus LS | 2011 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Lexus | Dodge |
| Model | LS | Durango |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1819 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3043 mm |
