1991 Acura Legend vs. 1989 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1991 Acura Legend is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 2,673 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Acura Legend (160 HP) has 67 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Santana. (93 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Acura Legend weights approximately 476 kg more than 1989 Nissan Santana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Acura Legend (220 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm). This means 1991 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura Legend | 1989 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | Legend | Santana |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 2673 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 93 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
