1991 Acura Legend vs. 2007 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 16 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Acura Legend (160 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. (149 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 605 kg more than 1991 Acura Legend.
Because 2007 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2007 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2007 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Acura Legend. (220 Nm). This means 2007 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Acura Legend. 2007 Hyundai Terracan 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. 2007 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura Legend | 2007 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Acura | Hyundai |
| Model | Legend | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2673 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 149 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
