2008 Dodge Charger vs. 1993 Lexus LS
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lexus LS would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Charger. (191 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 528 kg more than 1993 Lexus LS.
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, 1993 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Charger. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Charger | 1993 Lexus LS | |
Make | Dodge | Lexus |
Model | Charger | LS |
Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 3969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 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 | 2343 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2820 mm |