1980 Opel 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 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Opel 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 265 more horse power than 1980 Opel Commodore. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LS weights approximately 661 kg more than 1980 Opel 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 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Commodore. (179 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Commodore. 2012 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1980 Opel Commodore has manual transmission. 1980 Opel 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 Opel Commodore | 2012 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Opel | Lexus |
| Model | Commodore | LS |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1312 kg | 1973 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2969 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 84 L |
