1991 Honda Legend vs. 1992 Lexus LS
To start off, 1992 Lexus LS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1991 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lexus LS weights approximately 265 kg more than 1991 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 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 1992 Lexus LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1992 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Honda Legend | 1992 Lexus LS | |
Make | Honda | Lexus |
Model | Legend | LS |
Year Released | 1991 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 3969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |