1995 Acura Legend vs. 2011 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2011 Nissan Armada 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1995 Acura Legend. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Armada weights approximately 830 kg more than 1995 Acura Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Nissan Armada 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 2011 Nissan Armada. 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, 2011 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura Legend | 2011 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | Legend | Armada |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3129 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 106 L |