1971 Honda Life vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (34 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus IS weights approximately 1077 kg more than 1971 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lexus IS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Lexus IS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Honda Life, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Lexus IS (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda Life | 2011 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Life | IS |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2728 mm |
