1993 Lexus GS vs. 2012 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Defender is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lexus GS would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lexus GS (205 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 988 kg more than 1993 Lexus GS.
Because 2012 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lexus GS. (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lexus GS. 1993 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 2012 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2012 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Lexus GS | 2012 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Lexus | Land Rover |
Model | GS | Defender |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2800 mm |