1981 Honda Accord vs. 1992 Lexus SC
To start off, 1992 Lexus SC is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lexus SC weights approximately 692 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Lexus SC 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 1992 Lexus SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Honda Accord, 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, 1992 Lexus SC (285 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Honda Accord | 1992 Lexus SC | |
Make | Honda | Lexus |
Model | Accord | SC |
Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1622 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2700 mm |