1985 Holden Drover vs. 2012 Lexus LS
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS is newer by 27 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 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 317 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LS weights approximately 1113 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 2012 Lexus LS. 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, 2012 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover. 2012 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1985 Holden Drover has manual transmission. 1985 Holden Drover 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:
| 1985 Holden Drover | 2012 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Holden | Lexus |
| Model | Drover | LS |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3091 mm |
