1992 Lexus LS vs. 2008 Lexus SC
To start off, 2008 Lexus SC is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus SC (288 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1992 Lexus LS. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1992 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lexus LS weights approximately 249 kg more than 2008 Lexus SC.
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, 2008 Lexus SC (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lexus LS. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lexus LS | 2008 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Lexus | Lexus |
| Model | LS | SC |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2630 mm |
