2010 Lexus GS vs. 1988 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2010 Lexus GS is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus GS (342 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1988 Holden Commodore. (153 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus GS weights approximately 525 kg more than 1988 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, 2010 Lexus GS (459 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Commodore. (247 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Lexus GS | 1988 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Lexus | Holden |
| Model | GS | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4844 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1425 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2670 mm |
