1995 Acura Legend vs. 2007 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 12 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 5,883 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1995 Acura Legend. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 235 kg more than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Acura Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 542 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend. 1995 Acura Legend has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Ram 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 | 2007 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | Legend | Ram |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 5883 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 827 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 119.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 129 L |
