1985 Holden Drover vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Holden Drover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Drover would be higher. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus IS weights approximately 832 kg more than 1985 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Lexus IS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Holden Drover 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 IS (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Drover | 2010 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Holden | Lexus |
| Model | Drover | IS |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2731 mm |
