1978 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Lexus RX
To start off, 2005 Lexus RX is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus RX (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1978 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus RX weights approximately 1437 kg more than 1978 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lexus RX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lexus RX 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, 2005 Lexus RX (840 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 761 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Civic | 2005 Lexus RX | |
Make | Honda | Lexus |
Model | Civic | RX |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 840 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2730 mm |