1995 Acura Legend vs. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 14 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1995 Acura Legend. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Legend.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura Legend | 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | Legend | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |