1980 Holden Commodore vs. 2012 Lexus LS
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LS weights approximately 803 kg more than 1980 Holden Commodore. 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, 2012 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Commodore. (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Commodore. 2012 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1980 Holden Commodore has manual transmission. 1980 Holden Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Commodore | 2012 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Holden | Lexus |
| Model | Commodore | LS |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2838 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3091 mm |
