2012 Lexus LS vs. 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (123 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LS weights approximately 920 kg more than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Lexus LS | 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Lexus | Oldsmobile |
| Model | LS | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 438 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5179 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1875 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3091 mm | 2740 mm |
