1991 Acura Legend vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 22 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, 1991 Acura Legend (160 HP) has 22 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Acura Legend weights approximately 45 kg more than 2013 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A3 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, 2013 Audi A3 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, 2013 Audi A3 (320 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Acura Legend. (220 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Acura Legend.
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1991 Acura Legend | 2013 Audi A3 | |
Make | Acura | Audi |
Model | Legend | A3 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2673 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 220 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4292 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2578 mm |