1994 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Lexus LFA
To start off, 2012 Lexus LFA is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LFA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LFA (552 HP @ 8700 RPM) has 438 more horse power than 1994 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LFA weights approximately 260 kg more than 1994 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lexus LFA 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 2012 Lexus LFA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Accord, 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, 2012 Lexus LFA (479 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Accord. (173 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LFA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Accord | 2012 Lexus LFA | |
Make | Honda | Lexus |
Model | Accord | LFA |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 8700 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 479 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4506 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1219 mm |