1995 Acura Legend vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 29 kg more than 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (286 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend. 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1995 Acura Legend has manual transmission. 1995 Acura Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Acura | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Legend | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2750 mm |
