1981 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Lexus LS
To start off, 2011 Lexus LS is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 1981 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LS weights approximately 1646 kg more than 1981 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS 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, 2011 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Civic | 2011 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Civic | LS |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1333 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 2431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 84 L |
