1991 Acura Legend vs. 2012 Audi RS5
To start off, 2012 Audi RS5 is newer by 21 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi RS5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi RS5 (354 HP) has 194 more horse power than 1991 Acura Legend. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi RS5 should accelerate faster than 1991 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi RS5 weights approximately 200 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 2012 Audi RS5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Acura Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi RS5 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, 2012 Audi RS5 (440 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Acura Legend. (220 Nm). This means 2012 Audi RS5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Acura Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura Legend | 2012 Audi RS5 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | Legend | RS5 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2673 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 354 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2751 mm |
