1993 Lexus LS vs. 2000 Mazda Protege
To start off, 2000 Mazda Protege is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lexus LS 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 142 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Protege. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Protege. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lexus LS weights approximately 30 kg more than 2000 Mazda Protege. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Lexus LS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Lexus LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Protege, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Protege. (164 Nm). This means 1993 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Protege.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lexus LS | 2000 Mazda Protege | |
| Make | Lexus | Mazda |
| Model | LS | Protege |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2680 mm |
