1991 Acura Legend vs. 1999 Nissan Rasheen

To start off, 1999 Nissan Rasheen 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 2,673 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Acura Legend (160 HP) has 56 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Rasheen. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Rasheen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Acura Legend weights approximately 390 kg more than 1999 Nissan Rasheen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Nissan Rasheen 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, 1999 Nissan Rasheen 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, 1991 Acura Legend (220 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Rasheen. (138 Nm). This means 1991 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Rasheen. 1999 Nissan Rasheen 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 Nissan Rasheen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Acura Legend 1999 Nissan Rasheen
Make Acura Nissan
Model Legend Rasheen
Year Released 1991 1999
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2673 cc 1495 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 160 HP 104 HP
Torque 220 Nm 138 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 1160 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 4120 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2440 mm


 

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