1991 Acura Legend vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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 2,673 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (161 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1991 Acura Legend. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1991 Acura Legend.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Captiva (350 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Acura Legend. (220 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Acura Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura Legend | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | Legend | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2673 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.3 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2707 mm |
