1991 Acura Legend vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Acura Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Acura Legend would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP) has 91 more horse power than 1991 Acura Legend. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1991 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 187 kg more than 1991 Acura Legend. 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Acura Legend. (220 Nm). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Acura Legend. 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora 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. 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura Legend | 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Acura | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Legend | Aurora |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2673 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 251 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2900 mm |
