1991 Acura Legend vs. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 18 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 12 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 295 kg more than 1991 Acura Legend.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (320 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Acura Legend. (220 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Acura Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura Legend | 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | Legend | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2673 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
