1995 Honda Today vs. 2002 Lexus GS
To start off, 2002 Lexus GS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Today would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus GS (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus GS weights approximately 950 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2002 Lexus GS (296 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today. 2002 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1995 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1995 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Today | 2002 Lexus GS | |
Make | Honda | Lexus |
Model | Today | GS |
Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
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 | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |