1991 Acura Legend vs. 1999 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 8 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Acura Legend (160 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Lumina. (156 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Acura Legend weights approximately 40 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Lumina. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Lumina (251 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Acura Legend. (220 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Acura Legend. 1999 Chevrolet Lumina 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. 1999 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura Legend | 1999 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | Legend | Lumina |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2673 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 156 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 84 mm |
| 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 | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
