1980 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Lexus GX
To start off, 2003 Lexus GX is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus GX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1980 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus GX weights approximately 1339 kg more than 1980 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lexus GX 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, 2003 Lexus GX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Civic | 2003 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Civic | GX |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 2124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2800 mm |
