1991 Acura Legend vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 17 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (175 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1991 Acura Legend. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1991 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 995 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 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (391 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Acura Legend. (220 Nm). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Acura Legend. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura Legend | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Acura | Land Rover |
| Model | Legend | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2673 cc | 2926 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 | 391 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 88 mm |
| 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 | 2545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2890 mm |
