2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1990 Lexus LS
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lexus LS would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1990 Lexus LS. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1990 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lexus LS weights approximately 187 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang.
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 Ford Mustang (522 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lexus LS. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lexus LS. 1990 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Mustang | 1990 Lexus LS | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | Mustang | LS |
Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 3968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1628 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2820 mm |