1994 Honda Today vs. 2008 Lexus IS
To start off, 2008 Lexus IS is newer by 14 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus IS (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus IS weights approximately 772 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 2008 Lexus IS. 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, 2008 Lexus IS (288 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today. 2008 Lexus IS 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. 2008 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Today | 2008 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Today | IS |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
