1986 Holden Commodore vs. 1990 Lexus LS
To start off, 1990 Lexus LS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1986 Holden Commodore. (164 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lexus LS weights approximately 520 kg more than 1986 Holden 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, 1990 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Commodore. (324 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Holden Commodore | 1990 Lexus LS | |
Make | Holden | Lexus |
Model | Commodore | LS |
Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4987 cc | 3968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2820 mm |