1979 Honda Prelude vs. 2007 Lexus IS
To start off, 2007 Lexus IS is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1979 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus IS weights approximately 565 kg more than 1979 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Lexus IS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Honda Prelude, 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, 2007 Lexus IS (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Prelude | 2007 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Prelude | IS |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
