1988 Lexus LS vs. 1979 Honda Civic
To start off, 1988 Lexus LS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lexus LS (242 HP) has 175 more horse power than 1979 Honda Civic. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lexus LS weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1979 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 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 1988 Lexus LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Honda Civic, 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, 1988 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Civic. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lexus LS | 1979 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Lexus | Honda |
| Model | LS | Civic |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2330 mm |
