1991 Acura Legend vs. 2006 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 15 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (300 HP) has 140 more horse power than 1991 Acura Legend. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1991 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 885 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 2006 GMC Envoy 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, 2006 GMC Envoy 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, 2006 GMC Envoy (447 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Acura Legend. (220 Nm). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Acura Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura Legend | 2006 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Acura | GMC |
| Model | Legend | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2673 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3280 mm |
