1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas vs. 1992 Lexus LS
To start off, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lexus LS would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1992 Lexus LS. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas should accelerate faster than 1992 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lexus LS weights approximately 15 kg more than 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas.
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, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas (394 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lexus LS. (350 Nm). This means 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas | 1992 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
| Model | Vanden Plas | LS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2820 mm |
