1993 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Lexus LX
To start off, 2001 Lexus LX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1993 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus LX weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1993 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Lexus LX 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, 2001 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Accord. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Accord | 2001 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Accord | LX |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 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 | 1220 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1870 mm |
