1991 Honda Legend vs. 2006 Lexus GS
To start off, 2006 Lexus GS is newer by 15 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 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus GS (245 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1991 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus GS weights approximately 145 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 2006 Lexus GS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Lexus GS (312 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Legend | 2006 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Legend | GS |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
