1995 Acura Legend vs. 2007 Kia Opirus
To start off, 2007 Kia Opirus 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 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 200 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Opirus weights approximately 302 kg more than 1995 Acura Legend.
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, 2007 Kia Opirus (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Opirus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 2007 Kia Opirus | |
| Make | Acura | Kia |
| Model | Legend | Opirus |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
