1986 Honda Legend vs. 2010 Acura MDX
To start off, 2010 Acura MDX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1986 Honda Legend. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura MDX weights approximately 704 kg more than 1986 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX 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, 2010 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Legend. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Legend | 2010 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Honda | Acura |
| Model | Legend | MDX |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 79 L |
