1989 Honda Legend vs. 2011 Acura TL
To start off, 2011 Acura TL is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1989 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura TL weights approximately 370 kg more than 1989 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL 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, 2011 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Legend | 2011 Acura TL | |
Make | Honda | Acura |
Model | Legend | TL |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2674 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4928 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |