1992 Lexus LS vs. 1980 Reliant GTC
To start off, 1992 Lexus LS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Reliant GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Reliant GTC would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1980 Reliant GTC. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant GTC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lexus LS weights approximately 525 kg more than 1980 Reliant GTC. 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 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant GTC. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant GTC. 1992 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1980 Reliant GTC has manual transmission. 1980 Reliant GTC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lexus LS | 1980 Reliant GTC | |
| Make | Lexus | Reliant |
| Model | LS | GTC |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2640 mm |
