1998 Buick Regal vs. 1990 Lexus LS
To start off, 1998 Buick Regal is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lexus LS would be higher. At 3,968 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1998 Buick Regal. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lexus LS weights approximately 321 kg more than 1998 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Lexus LS 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 1990 Lexus LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Buick Regal, 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, 1990 Lexus LS (350 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Regal. (312 Nm). This means 1990 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Regal | 1990 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Buick | Lexus |
| Model | Regal | LS |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2820 mm |
