2009 GMC Savana vs. 1990 Lexus LS
To start off, 2009 GMC Savana 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Savana weights approximately 762 kg more than 1990 Lexus LS.
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, 2009 GMC Savana (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lexus LS. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Savana | 1990 Lexus LS | |
Make | GMC | Lexus |
Model | Savana | LS |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2820 mm |