1990 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Lexus LS
To start off, 2011 Lexus LS is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic 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 230 more horse power than 1990 Honda Civic. (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LS weights approximately 947 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic. 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, 1990 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, 2011 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic. 2011 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Civic | 2011 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Civic | LS |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1973 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2969 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 84 L |
