1992 Lexus LS vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 18 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 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 54 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 700 kg more than 1992 Lexus LS.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lexus LS. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lexus LS | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | LS | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 6939 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2024 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2731 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 4326 mm |
