1995 Acura Legend vs. 2002 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2002 Toyota Tundra is newer by 7 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 4,698 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Tundra (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1995 Acura Legend. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Legend.

Because 2002 Toyota Tundra 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 2002 Toyota Tundra. 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, 2002 Toyota Tundra (427 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (285 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Acura Legend 2002 Toyota Tundra
Make Acura Toyota
Model Legend Tundra
Year Released 1995 2002
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3206 cc 4698 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 200 HP 245 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 427 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 5530 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 3270 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 70 L


 

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