1991 Acura Legend vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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 4,015 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (209 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1991 Acura Legend. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1991 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1158 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 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery (360 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Acura Legend. (220 Nm). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Acura Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Acura Legend | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Acura | Land Rover |
Model | Legend | Discovery |
Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2673 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 209 HP |
Torque | 220 Nm | 360 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2890 mm |