1992 Lexus LS vs. 2012 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2012 Buick Enclave is newer by 20 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, 2012 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1992 Lexus LS. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1992 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Enclave weights approximately 353 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.
Because 1992 Lexus LS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Lexus LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Buick Enclave, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lexus LS. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lexus LS | 2012 Buick Enclave | |
| Make | Lexus | Buick |
| Model | LS | Enclave |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1842 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3020 mm |
