1987 Honda Prelude vs. 2011 Lexus LS
To start off, 2011 Lexus LS is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Prelude 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 324 more horse power than 1987 Honda Prelude. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LS weights approximately 1336 kg more than 1987 Honda Prelude. 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 1987 Honda Prelude. 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 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Prelude | 2011 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Prelude | LS |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 2431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 84 L |
