1988 Honda Accord vs. 1996 Lexus ES
To start off, 1996 Lexus ES is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lexus ES (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1988 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus ES weights approximately 415 kg more than 1988 Honda Accord. 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, 1996 Lexus ES (304 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Accord. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Accord. 1996 Lexus ES has automatic transmission and 1988 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1988 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Lexus ES will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Accord | 1996 Lexus ES | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Accord | ES |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1955 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
