1980 Holden Kingswood vs. 2010 Lexus LS
To start off, 2010 Lexus LS is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1980 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus LS weights approximately 990 kg more than 1980 Holden Kingswood. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Holden Kingswood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS 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, 2010 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Kingswood. (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Kingswood | 2010 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Holden | Lexus |
| Model | Kingswood | LS |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3091 mm |
