1995 Acura Legend vs. 1971 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph Toledo 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 143 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 710 kg more than 1971 Triumph Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Triumph Toledo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Triumph Toledo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Acura Legend (286 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Toledo. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 1971 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | Acura | Triumph |
| Model | Legend | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
