1991 Acura Legend vs. 2005 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 14 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 20 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Sunfire. (140 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Acura Legend weights approximately 290 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Sunfire. 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, 1991 Acura Legend (220 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Sunfire. (203 Nm). This means 1991 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura Legend | 2005 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Acura | Pontiac |
| Model | Legend | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2673 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
