1991 Honda Legend vs. 2003 Lexus SC
To start off, 2003 Lexus SC is newer by 12 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 4,294 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus SC (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1991 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus SC weights approximately 190 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 2003 Lexus SC 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 2003 Lexus SC. 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, 2003 Lexus SC (447 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Legend | 2003 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Legend | SC |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
