1991 Honda Legend vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 19 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, 2010 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1991 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus IS weights approximately 192 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 2010 Lexus IS 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 2010 Lexus IS. 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, 1991 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Honda Legend | 2010 Lexus IS | |
Make | Honda | Lexus |
Model | Legend | IS |
Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 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 | 1742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1415 mm |