1991 Acura Legend vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP) has 216 more horse power than 1991 Acura Legend. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1991 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1164 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 2013 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Acura Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Acura Legend. (220 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Acura Legend. 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura Legend | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | Legend | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2673 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 376 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1955 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3100 mm |
