1991 Acura Legend vs. 2001 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 10 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, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (175 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1991 Acura Legend. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1991 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 10 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 2001 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2001 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (240 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Acura Legend. (220 Nm). This means 2001 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Acura Legend. 2001 Land Rover Freelander 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. 2001 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura Legend | 2001 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Acura | Land Rover |
| Model | Legend | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2673 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 240 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 | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
