2000 Acura NSX vs. 1989 Lexus LS
To start off, 2000 Acura NSX is newer by 11 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 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1989 Lexus LS. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1989 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lexus LS weights approximately 243 kg more than 2000 Acura NSX.
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, 2000 Acura NSX (542 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lexus LS. (350 Nm). This means 2000 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lexus LS. 1989 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 2000 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 2000 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura NSX | 1989 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Acura | Lexus |
| Model | NSX | LS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2820 mm |
