1995 Acura Legend vs. 2008 Saturn Astra
To start off, 2008 Saturn Astra 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, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Astra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 2008 Saturn Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Astra weights approximately 140 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, 1995 Acura Legend (286 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Astra. (171 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 2008 Saturn Astra | |
| Make | Acura | Saturn |
| Model | Legend | Astra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 46 L |
