1991 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Lexus GS
To start off, 2005 Lexus GS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus GS (242 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1991 Honda Accord. (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus GS weights approximately 705 kg more than 1991 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lexus GS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lexus GS 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, 2005 Lexus GS (312 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Accord. (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Accord | 2005 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Accord | GS |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2720 mm |
