2007 Lexus IS vs. 1993 Toyota Aristo
To start off, 2007 Lexus IS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Aristo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Aristo would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Aristo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Aristo (220 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Lexus IS. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Aristo should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus IS weights approximately 4 kg more than 1993 Toyota Aristo.
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, 2007 Lexus IS (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Aristo. (285 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Aristo. 1993 Toyota Aristo 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. 1993 Toyota Aristo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus IS | 1993 Toyota Aristo | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | IS | Aristo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2231 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 15.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
