1995 Acura Legend vs. 2008 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 13 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1995 Acura Legend. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 479 kg more than 2008 Ford Mustang.
Because 2008 Ford Mustang 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 2008 Ford Mustang. 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, 2008 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend. 1995 Acura Legend has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Mustang 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.
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1995 Acura Legend | 2008 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | Legend | Mustang |
Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |