1988 Honda Legend vs. 2011 Lexus LS
To start off, 2011 Lexus LS is newer by 23 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LS weights approximately 723 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 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, 2011 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Legend | 2011 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Legend | LS |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 84 L |
