1998 Honda Prelude vs. 2009 Lexus LX
To start off, 2009 Lexus LX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LX (383 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1998 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus LX weights approximately 380 kg more than 1998 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LX 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, 2009 Lexus LX (546 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Prelude. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Prelude. 2009 Lexus LX has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1998 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lexus LX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Prelude | 2009 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Prelude | LX |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2860 mm |
