1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1989 Lexus LS
To start off, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (218 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lexus LS weights approximately 8 kg more than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 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, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (390 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lexus LS. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1989 Lexus LS | |
Make | Jeep | Lexus |
Model | Grand Cherokee | LS |
Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1818 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2820 mm |