1994 Lexus GS vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lexus GS would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1994 Lexus GS. (205 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1994 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 587 kg more than 1994 Lexus GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lexus GS. (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lexus GS | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Lexus | Dodge |
| Model | GS | Ram |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3569 mm |
