2009 Lexus LS vs. 1994 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LS (381 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1994 Ford Fairlane. (222 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus LS weights approximately 95 kg more than 1994 Ford Fairlane. 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, 2009 Lexus LS (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Fairlane. (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus LS | 1994 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Lexus | Ford |
| Model | LS | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2930 mm |
