1991 Saturn Sports Coupe vs. 2012 Lexus LS
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe. (123 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LS weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS 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, 2012 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe | 2012 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Saturn | Lexus |
| Model | Sports Coupe | LS |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3091 mm |
