2008 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1991 Lexus LS
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (391 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1991 Lexus LS. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1991 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 817 kg more than 1991 Lexus LS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lexus LS. (351 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | 1991 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Land Rover | Lexus |
| Model | Range Rover | LS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4197 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2632 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2820 mm |
