1994 Honda Today vs. 2004 Lexus LS
To start off, 2004 Lexus LS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Today would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus LS (278 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus LS weights approximately 1102 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Today 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, 2004 Lexus LS (434 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today. 2004 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1994 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1994 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Today | 2004 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Today | LS |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 278 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
