1998 Fiat Scudo vs. 1998 Lexus GS
To start off, both 1998 Fiat Scudo and 1998 Lexus GS were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lexus GS (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lexus GS weights approximately 705 kg more than 1998 Fiat Scudo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Lexus GS 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 1998 Lexus GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Scudo, 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, 1998 Lexus GS (415 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Scudo. 1998 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1998 Fiat Scudo has manual transmission. 1998 Fiat Scudo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Scudo | 1998 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Fiat | Lexus |
| Model | Scudo | GS |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
