1992 GMC Typhoon vs. 1995 Lexus LX
To start off, 1995 Lexus LX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 GMC Typhoon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 GMC Typhoon would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1995 Lexus LX. (233 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 1995 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lexus LX weights approximately 695 kg more than 1992 GMC Typhoon.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lexus LX. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lexus LX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 GMC Typhoon | 1995 Lexus LX | |
| Make | GMC | Lexus |
| Model | Typhoon | LX |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2860 mm |
