1991 Acura Legend vs. 2009 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Acura Legend (160 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (155 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 410 kg more than 1991 Acura Legend.
Because 2009 Dodge Sprinter is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Dodge Sprinter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Acura Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Acura Legend. (220 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Acura Legend. 2009 Dodge Sprinter 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. 2009 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura Legend | 2009 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | Legend | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2673 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 7350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 4330 mm |
