1987 Honda Legend vs. 1999 Lexus ES
To start off, 1999 Lexus ES is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lexus ES (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1987 Honda Legend. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus ES weights approximately 110 kg more than 1987 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Lexus ES (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Legend. (229 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Legend | 1999 Lexus ES | |
Make | Honda | Lexus |
Model | Legend | ES |
Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |