1991 Acura Legend vs. 1998 Lotus Emme
To start off, 1998 Lotus Emme is newer by 7 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, 1998 Lotus Emme (260 HP) has 100 more horse power than 1991 Acura Legend. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus Emme should accelerate faster than 1991 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Acura Legend weights approximately 872 kg more than 1998 Lotus Emme.
Because 1998 Lotus Emme 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 1998 Lotus Emme. 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, 1998 Lotus Emme (354 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Acura Legend. (220 Nm). This means 1998 Lotus Emme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Acura Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura Legend | 1998 Lotus Emme | |
| Make | Acura | Lotus |
| Model | Legend | Emme |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2673 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 260 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
