2008 Lexus IS vs. 1996 Renault Fifties
To start off, 2008 Lexus IS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Fifties. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Fifties would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus IS (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1996 Renault Fifties. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Fifties. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus IS weights approximately 825 kg more than 1996 Renault Fifties. 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 Lexus IS (288 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Fifties. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Fifties. 2008 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 1996 Renault Fifties has manual transmission. 1996 Renault Fifties will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus IS | 1996 Renault Fifties | |
| Make | Lexus | Renault |
| Model | IS | Fifties |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
