1991 Acura Legend vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1991 Acura Legend (160 HP) has 46 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Acura Legend weights approximately 219 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1998 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (315 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Acura Legend. (220 Nm). This means 1998 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Acura Legend. 1998 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura Legend | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | Legend | Golf |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2673 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
