1991 Acura Legend vs. 1997 Rover 200
To start off, 1997 Rover 200 is newer by 6 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, 1991 Acura Legend (160 HP) has 58 more horse power than 1997 Rover 200. (102 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Acura Legend weights approximately 520 kg more than 1997 Rover 200. 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 200. (128 Nm). This means 1991 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura Legend | 1997 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Acura | Rover |
| Model | Legend | 200 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2673 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 102 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
