1991 Acura Legend vs. 2010 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2010 Toyota Tundra 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tundra (234 HP) has 74 more horse power than 1991 Acura Legend. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1991 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Acura Legend weights approximately 220 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tundra.

Because 2010 Toyota Tundra 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 2010 Toyota Tundra. 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, 2010 Toyota Tundra (266 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Acura Legend. (220 Nm). This means 2010 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Acura Legend. 2010 Toyota Tundra 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. 2010 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Acura Legend 2010 Toyota Tundra
Make Acura Toyota
Model Legend Tundra
Year Released 1991 2010
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2673 cc 4000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 160 HP 234 HP
Torque 220 Nm 266 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2610 mm


 

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