1995 Acura Legend vs. 2011 Chevrolet Nubira
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 16 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 81 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Nubira. (119 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 165 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Nubira. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Nubira. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 2011 Chevrolet Nubira | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | Legend | Nubira |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
