1991 Acura Legend vs. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 5 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (247 HP) has 87 more horse power than 1991 Acura Legend. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1991 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 550 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.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Acura Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (455 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Acura Legend. (220 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Acura Legend. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban 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. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura Legend | 1996 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | Legend | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2673 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 247 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3350 mm |
