1991 Acura Legend vs. 1973 Nissan President
To start off, 1991 Acura Legend is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,973 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Acura Legend (160 HP) has 51 more horse power than 1973 Nissan President. (109 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan President weights approximately 55 kg more than 1991 Acura Legend.
Because 1973 Nissan President 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 1973 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Nissan President (236 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Acura Legend. (220 Nm). This means 1973 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Acura Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura Legend | 1973 Nissan President | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | Legend | President |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2673 cc | 2973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
