1996 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Lexus RX
To start off, 2010 Lexus RX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus RX (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus RX weights approximately 795 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Lexus RX (348 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic. 2010 Lexus RX has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Lexus RX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 2010 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Civic | RX |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1684 mm |
