1995 Acura Legend vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 670 kg more than 1959 Nissan 211. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Acura Legend (286 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | Legend | 211 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2230 mm |
