1993 Lexus LS vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1993 Lexus LS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. 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 149 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lexus LS weights approximately 840 kg more than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lexus LS | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | LS | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2410 mm |
