1993 Honda Legend vs. 2004 Lexus GS
To start off, 2004 Lexus GS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Legend (230 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Lexus GS. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus GS weights approximately 67 kg more than 1993 Honda Legend.
Because 2004 Lexus GS 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 2004 Lexus GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 2004 Lexus GS (298 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Legend. (279 Nm). This means 2004 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Legend. 2004 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1993 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1993 Honda Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Legend | 2004 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Legend | GS |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
