1991 Acura Legend vs. 1973 Rover P5B

To start off, 1991 Acura Legend is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,526 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Acura Legend (160 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1973 Rover P5B. (158 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1973 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Rover P5B weights approximately 40 kg more than 1991 Acura Legend.

Because 1973 Rover P5B 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 Rover P5B. 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 Rover P5B (295 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Acura Legend. (220 Nm). This means 1973 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Acura Legend. 1973 Rover P5B has automatic transmission and 1991 Acura Legend has manual transmission. 1991 Acura Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Rover P5B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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