1991 Acura Legend vs. 1980 Porsche 930
To start off, 1991 Acura Legend is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Porsche 930 (296 HP) has 136 more horse power than 1991 Acura Legend. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1991 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Acura Legend weights approximately 250 kg more than 1980 Porsche 930.
Because 1980 Porsche 930 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 1980 Porsche 930. 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, 1980 Porsche 930 (440 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Acura Legend. (220 Nm). This means 1980 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Acura Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura Legend | 1980 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Acura | Porsche |
| Model | Legend | 930 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2673 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
