1991 Acura Legend vs. 2008 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mariner 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 2,673 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Acura Legend (160 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 282 kg more than 1991 Acura Legend.
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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm). This means 1991 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Mariner. 2008 Mercury Mariner 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 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura Legend | 2008 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Acura | Mercury |
| Model | Legend | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2673 cc | 2298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
