1992 Ford Mustang vs. 2000 Lexus GS
To start off, 2000 Lexus GS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus GS (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1992 Ford Mustang. (105 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus GS weights approximately 445 kg more than 1992 Ford Mustang. 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, 2000 Lexus GS (294 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Mustang | 2000 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Mustang | GS |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
