1999 Lexus GS vs. 1999 Toyota Prius
To start off, both 1999 Lexus GS and 1999 Toyota Prius were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lexus GS (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Prius. (127 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus GS weights approximately 815 kg more than 1999 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Lexus GS (420 Nm) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Prius. (108 Nm). This means 1999 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lexus GS | 1999 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | GS | Prius |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2440 mm |
