1991 Acura Legend vs. 1999 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 1999 Nissan Xterra 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 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Xterra (177 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1991 Acura Legend. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1991 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 130 kg more than 1991 Acura Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Nissan Xterra 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 Xterra 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, 1999 Nissan Xterra (274 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Acura Legend. (220 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Acura Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura Legend | 1999 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | Legend | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2673 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 177 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
