1991 Acura Legend vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 1996 Toyota Cresta 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 2,673 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (197 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1991 Acura Legend. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 1991 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Acura Legend weights approximately 130 kg more than 1996 Toyota Cresta.
Because 1996 Toyota Cresta 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 1996 Toyota Cresta. 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, 1996 Toyota Cresta (255 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Acura Legend. (220 Nm). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Acura Legend. 1996 Toyota Cresta 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 Toyota Cresta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura Legend | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | Legend | Cresta |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2673 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
