1995 Acura Legend vs. 1999 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1999 Toyota MR2 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura Legend 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 73 more horse power than 1999 Toyota MR2. (127 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota MR2.
Because 1999 Toyota MR2 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 1999 Toyota MR2. 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 (285 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota MR2. (176 Nm). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota MR2. 1995 Acura Legend has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Acura Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura Legend | 1999 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | Legend | MR2 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 176 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 87 L |