1990 Honda Legend vs. 2004 Lexus GS
To start off, 2004 Lexus GS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus GS (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1990 Honda Legend. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus GS weights approximately 80 kg more than 1990 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lexus GS 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 2004 Lexus GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Honda Legend (300 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lexus GS. (298 Nm). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Legend | 2004 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Legend | GS |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
