1983 Holden Statesman vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1983 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Statesman weights approximately 153 kg more than 2010 Lexus IS.
Because 2010 Lexus IS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS 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, 1983 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1983 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Statesman | 2010 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Holden | Lexus |
| Model | Statesman | IS |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2731 mm |
