1991 Acura Legend vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2005 Smart ForTwo 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 120 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Acura Legend weights approximately 745 kg more than 2005 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Acura Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm). This means 1991 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura Legend | 2005 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Acura | Smart |
| Model | Legend | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2673 cc | 797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 40 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1820 mm |
