1994 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,554 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 478 kg more than 2012 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lexus IS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover (381 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Land Rover Range Rover | 2012 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Land Rover | Lexus |
| Model | Range Rover | IS |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4554 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4633 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2731 mm |
