2007 Lexus IS vs. 1990 Lexus LS
To start off, 2007 Lexus IS is newer by 17 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 3,968 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Lexus IS. (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lexus LS weights approximately 255 kg more than 2007 Lexus IS. 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, 1990 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (252 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS. 1990 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 2007 Lexus IS has manual transmission. 2007 Lexus IS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus IS | 1990 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Lexus | Lexus |
| Model | IS | LS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2820 mm |
