1995 Acura Legend vs. 2008 Honda NSX
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX 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 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1995 Acura Legend. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Legend.
Because 2008 Honda NSX 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 Honda NSX. 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, 1995 Acura Legend (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura Legend | 2008 Honda NSX | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | Legend | NSX |
Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 284 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |