2001 Holden Berlina vs. 1989 Lexus LS
To start off, 2001 Holden Berlina is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lexus LS would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2001 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lexus LS weights approximately 248 kg more than 2001 Holden Berlina. 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, 1989 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden Berlina | 1989 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Holden | Lexus |
| Model | Berlina | LS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2820 mm |
