2003 Lexus GS vs. 1992 Lexus LS
To start off, 2003 Lexus GS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lexus LS would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Lexus GS. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lexus LS weights approximately 155 kg more than 2003 Lexus GS. 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, 1992 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus GS. (296 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus GS | 1992 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Lexus | Lexus |
| Model | GS | LS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2820 mm |
