1995 Acura Legend vs. 2005 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2005 Toyota Matrix is newer by 10 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 70 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Matrix. (130 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Matrix.
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, 1995 Acura Legend (285 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Matrix. (170 Nm). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 2005 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | Legend | Matrix |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
