2001 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1988 Lexus LS
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lexus LS weights approximately 40 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lexus LS. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Silverado | 1988 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Silverado | LS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2820 mm |
