1992 Holden Statesman vs. 2007 Lexus IS
To start off, 2007 Lexus IS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Holden Statesman (242 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Lexus IS. (205 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus IS weights approximately 150 kg more than 1992 Holden Statesman.
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, 1992 Holden Statesman (401 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Statesman | 2007 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Holden | Lexus |
| Model | Statesman | IS |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |
