1994 Ford Mustang vs. 1988 Lexus LS
To start off, 1994 Ford Mustang is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Mustang (317 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1988 Lexus LS. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1988 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lexus LS weights approximately 145 kg more than 1994 Ford Mustang.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Ford Mustang (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lexus LS. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lexus LS. 1988 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1994 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1994 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Mustang | 1988 Lexus LS | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | Mustang | LS |
Year Released | 1994 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 415 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2820 mm |