1993 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Lexus LS
To start off, 2011 Lexus LS is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LS weights approximately 1411 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS 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, 2011 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Toyota | Lexus |
| Model | Corolla | LS |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3091 mm |
