1991 Acura Legend vs. 1991 Holden Commodore

To start off, both 1991 Acura Legend and 1991 Holden Commodore were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Holden Commodore (172 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1991 Acura Legend. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1991 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Acura Legend weights approximately 155 kg more than 1991 Holden Commodore.

Because 1991 Holden Commodore 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 1991 Holden Commodore. 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, 1991 Holden Commodore (288 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Acura Legend. (220 Nm). This means 1991 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Acura Legend.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Acura Legend 1991 Holden Commodore
Make Acura Holden
Model Legend Commodore
Year Released 1991 1991
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2673 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 160 HP 172 HP
Torque 220 Nm 288 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 1395 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2740 mm


 

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