2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1993 Lexus GS
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lexus GS would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1993 Lexus GS. (205 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1993 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lexus GS weights approximately 422 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 (408 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lexus GS. (275 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lexus GS. 1993 Lexus GS 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. 1993 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 1993 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Mustang | GS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |
