1995 Acura Legend vs. 2010 Honda Element
To start off, 2010 Honda Element is newer by 15 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 34 more horse power than 2010 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 1 kg more than 2010 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Element. 2010 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 1995 Acura Legend has manual transmission. 1995 Acura Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1995 Acura Legend | 2010 Honda Element | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | Legend | Element |
Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1594 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1788 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2576 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |