1993 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1993 Ford Mustang. (106 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus IS weights approximately 482 kg more than 1993 Ford Mustang. 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, 2012 Lexus IS (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Mustang | 2012 Lexus IS | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | Mustang | IS |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4633 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2731 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |