1993 Lexus LS vs. 1981 Volvo 343
To start off, 1993 Lexus LS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volvo 343. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volvo 343 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 172 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lexus LS weights approximately 825 kg more than 1981 Volvo 343. 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 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 343. (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lexus LS | 1981 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Lexus | Volvo |
| Model | LS | 343 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
