2008 GMC Savana vs. 1988 Lexus LS
To start off, 2008 GMC Savana is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Savana (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1988 Lexus LS. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1988 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 762 kg more than 1988 Lexus LS. 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, 2008 GMC Savana (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lexus LS. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Savana | 1988 Lexus LS | |
| Make | GMC | Lexus |
| Model | Savana | LS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2820 mm |
