1991 Acura Legend vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 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, 2013 Audi A5 (208 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1991 Acura Legend. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1991 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 15 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.
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 A5 (350 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Acura Legend. (220 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Acura Legend. 2013 Audi A5 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. 2013 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura Legend | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | Legend | A5 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2673 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1383 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2751 mm |
