1993 Lexus LS vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 is newer by 17 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) has 25 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC70. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1993 Lexus LS.
Because 2010 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 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, 2010 Volvo XC70 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lexus LS. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lexus LS | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Lexus | Volvo |
| Model | LS | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2815 mm |
