1993 Lexus LS vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra is newer by 16 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1993 Lexus LS. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1993 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lexus LS weights approximately 735 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2009 Toyota Tundra 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, 2009 Toyota Tundra 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, 2009 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lexus LS. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lexus LS | 2009 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | LS | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 424 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3230 mm |
