1988 Honda Legend vs. 2007 Lexus LS
To start off, 2007 Lexus LS is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Legend would be higher. At 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LS (381 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend.
Because 2007 Lexus LS 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 2007 Lexus LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 2007 Lexus LS (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend. 2007 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1988 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1988 Honda Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 2007 Lexus LS | |
Make | Honda | Lexus |
Model | Legend | LS |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 4608 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3100 mm |