1991 Acura Legend vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 19 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (405 HP) has 245 more horse power than 1991 Acura Legend. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1991 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 675 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 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Acura Legend. (220 Nm). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Acura Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura Legend | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Acura | Porsche |
| Model | Legend | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2673 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 405 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 500 Nm |
| 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 | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2855 mm |
