2009 Acura MDX vs. 1990 Lexus LS
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lexus LS would be higher. At 3,968 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1990 Lexus LS. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1990 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lexus LS weights approximately 31 kg more than 2009 Acura MDX.
Because 2009 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX 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, 2009 Acura MDX (374 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lexus LS. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura MDX | 1990 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Acura | Lexus |
| Model | MDX | LS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 3968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2820 mm |
