1970 Holden Torana vs. 1988 Lexus LS
To start off, 1988 Lexus LS is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Holden Torana would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1970 Holden Torana. (55 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lexus LS weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1970 Holden Torana. 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, 1988 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Holden Torana. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Holden Torana. 1988 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1970 Holden Torana has manual transmission. 1970 Holden Torana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Torana | 1988 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Holden | Lexus |
| Model | Torana | LS |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1158 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2820 mm |
