1992 Cadillac Brougham vs. 1999 Lexus IS
To start off, 1999 Lexus IS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Cadillac Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Cadillac Brougham would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Cadillac Brougham (185 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1999 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 1999 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 540 kg more than 1999 Lexus IS. 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, 1992 Cadillac Brougham (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Cadillac Brougham | 1999 Lexus IS | |
Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
Model | Brougham | IS |
Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2680 mm |