1993 Holden Statesman vs. 2007 Lexus LS
To start off, 2007 Lexus LS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,985 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1993 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1993 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, 2007 Lexus LS (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Holden Statesman. (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Holden Statesman | 2007 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Holden | Lexus |
| Model | Statesman | LS |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4985 cc | 4608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2980 mm |
