1991 Acura Legend vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP) has 78 more horse power than 1991 Acura Legend. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1991 Acura Legend.
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, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante (310 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Acura Legend. (220 Nm). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Acura Legend. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante 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. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura Legend | 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Legend | Diamante |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2673 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 238 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
