2004 Audi S4 vs. 1990 Lexus LS
To start off, 2004 Audi S4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1990 Lexus LS. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lexus LS weights approximately 50 kg more than 2004 Audi S4.
Because 2004 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 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, 2004 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lexus LS. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 1990 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Audi | Lexus |
| Model | S4 | LS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 3968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2820 mm |
