1993 Lexus LS vs. 2001 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2001 Toyota Mark II is newer by 8 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 86 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Mark II. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lexus LS weights approximately 255 kg more than 2001 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Mark II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Mark II 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, 1993 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lexus LS | 2001 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | LS | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2610 mm |
