1993 Lexus GS vs. 1993 Lexus LS

To start off, both 1993 Lexus GS and 1993 Lexus LS were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1993 Lexus GS. (205 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1993 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lexus LS weights approximately 95 kg more than 1993 Lexus GS. 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, 1993 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lexus GS. (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lexus GS.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Lexus GS 1993 Lexus LS
Make Lexus Lexus
Model GS LS
Year Released 1993 1993
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2997 cc 3969 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 205 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 275 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4400 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 1720 kg 1815 kg
Vehicle Length 4970 mm 5000 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2820 mm


 

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