2012 Lexus LS vs. 1994 Holden Barina
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Holden Barina 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 371 more horse power than 1994 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LS weights approximately 1580 kg more than 1994 Holden Barina. 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 1994 Holden Barina. 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 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Barina. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Lexus LS | 1994 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Lexus | Holden |
| Model | LS | Barina |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 438 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5179 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1875 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3091 mm | 2370 mm |
