1989 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (238 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2010 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2010 Lexus IS.
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, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Chevrolet Camaro | 2010 Lexus IS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
Model | Camaro | IS |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 467 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1801 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2731 mm |