2000 Honda Insight vs. 1990 Lexus LS
To start off, 2000 Honda Insight is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lexus LS would be higher. At 3,968 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lexus LS weights approximately 975 kg more than 2000 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Lexus LS 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 1990 Lexus LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Insight, 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, 1990 Lexus LS (350 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 1990 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Insight | 1990 Lexus LS | |
Make | Honda | Lexus |
Model | Insight | LS |
Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 994 cc | 3968 cc |
Engine Type | electric | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 350 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2820 mm |