1986 Honda Legend vs. 2009 Lexus GS
To start off, 2009 Lexus GS is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus GS (303 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1986 Honda Legend. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus GS weights approximately 405 kg more than 1986 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lexus GS 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 2009 Lexus GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Honda Legend, 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, 2009 Lexus GS (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Legend. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Legend | 2009 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Legend | GS |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 71 L |
