1996 Honda Today vs. 2001 Lexus IS
To start off, 2001 Lexus IS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Today would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus IS (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus IS weights approximately 770 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Lexus IS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2001 Lexus IS (298 Nm) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm). This means 2001 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Today | 2001 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Today | IS |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 3000 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 | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
