1995 Acura Legend vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 18 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford E-Series (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1995 Acura Legend. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 1235 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 2013 Ford E-Series 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 2013 Ford E-Series. 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | Legend | E-Series |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1511 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 150 L |
