1994 Nissan President vs. 2010 Lexus RX
To start off, 2010 Lexus RX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus RX (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1994 Nissan President. (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus RX weights approximately 5 kg more than 1994 Nissan President. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Nissan President is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lexus RX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus RX. (348 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Nissan President | 2010 Lexus RX | |
Make | Nissan | Lexus |
Model | President | RX |
Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 348 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2741 mm |