1992 Lexus LS vs. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln Mark LT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1992 Lexus LS. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT should accelerate faster than 1992 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 543 kg more than 1992 Lexus LS. 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, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lexus LS. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Lexus LS | 2008 Lincoln Mark LT | |
Make | Lexus | Lincoln |
Model | LS | Mark LT |
Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3969 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3520 mm |