1995 Acura Legend vs. 2011 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2011 Nissan GT-R 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1995 Acura Legend. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Legend.
Because 2011 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Acura Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan GT-R will offer significantly more control. 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 GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend. 1995 Acura Legend has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan GT-R has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan GT-R will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Acura Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura Legend | 2011 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | Legend | GT-R |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2779 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |