1995 Acura Legend vs. 2003 Lexus IS
To start off, 2003 Lexus IS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2003 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus IS.
Because 2003 Lexus IS 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 2003 Lexus IS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Acura 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, 1995 Acura Legend (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus IS. (196 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus IS. 1995 Acura Legend has automatic transmission and 2003 Lexus IS has manual transmission. 2003 Lexus IS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Acura Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 2003 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Acura | Lexus |
| Model | Legend | IS |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
