1995 Acura Legend vs. 1991 Porsche 968
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1995 Acura Legend. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 195 kg more than 1991 Porsche 968.
Because 1991 Porsche 968 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 1991 Porsche 968. 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, 1991 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (286 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 1991 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Acura | Porsche |
| Model | Legend | 968 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 92 L |
