2006 Honda Civic vs. 1994 Lexus GS
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lexus GS would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lexus GS (205 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 270 kg more than 1994 Lexus GS.
Because 1994 Lexus GS 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 1994 Lexus GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic, 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, 1994 Lexus GS (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1994 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1994 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Civic | GS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1803 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
