1990 Honda Legend vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX is newer by 23 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, 2013 Lexus RX (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1990 Honda Legend. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 395 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 2013 Lexus RX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Lexus RX (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Legend. (300 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Legend. 1990 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2013 Lexus RX has manual transmission. 2013 Lexus RX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Legend | 2013 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Legend | RX |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2740 mm |
