1989 Acura Legend vs. 2012 SSC Tuatara
To start off, 2012 SSC Tuatara is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Acura Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Acura Legend would be higher. At 6,932 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 SSC Tuatara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,350 HP) has 1187 more horse power than 1989 Acura Legend. (163 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SSC Tuatara should accelerate faster than 1989 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Acura Legend weights approximately 113 kg more than 2012 SSC Tuatara.
Because 2012 SSC Tuatara 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 2012 SSC Tuatara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Acura Legend, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Acura Legend | 2012 SSC Tuatara | |
| Make | Acura | SSC |
| Model | Legend | Tuatara |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2700 cc | 6932 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 1350 HP |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4775 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1745 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1369 mm | 1092 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2705 mm | 2667 mm |
