2002 Cadillac Le Mans vs. 1989 Lexus LS
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans is newer by 13 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 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Le Mans is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans (600 HP) has 358 more horse power than 1989 Lexus LS. (242 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans should accelerate faster than 1989 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lexus LS weights approximately 23 kg more than 2002 Cadillac Le Mans.
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, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans (400 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lexus LS. (350 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac Le Mans will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Le Mans | 1989 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
| Model | Le Mans | LS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 242 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2820 mm |
