2008 Lexus IS vs. 1995 Lexus GS
To start off, 2008 Lexus IS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lexus GS would be higher. Both 2008 Lexus IS and 1995 Lexus GS are equipped with a 2,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus IS (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1995 Lexus GS. (205 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1995 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lexus GS weights approximately 238 kg more than 2008 Lexus IS.
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 Lexus IS (288 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lexus GS. (276 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus IS | 1995 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Lexus | Lexus |
| Model | IS | GS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 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 | 1482 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2810 mm |
