1993 Holden Commodore vs. 2007 Lexus IS
To start off, 2007 Lexus IS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus IS (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1993 Holden Commodore. (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1993 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus IS weights approximately 367 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Holden Commodore (288 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS. 2007 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 1993 Holden Commodore has manual transmission. 1993 Holden Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Holden Commodore | 2007 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Holden | Lexus |
| Model | Commodore | IS |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2740 mm |
