2000 Lexus GS vs. 1990 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2000 Lexus GS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus GS (279 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Supra. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus GS weights approximately 185 kg more than 1990 Toyota Supra. 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, 2000 Lexus GS (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Supra. (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Supra. 2000 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1990 Toyota Supra has manual transmission. 1990 Toyota Supra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lexus GS | 1990 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Lexus | Toyota |
Model | GS | Supra |
Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 254 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |