1995 Acura Legend vs. 2013 Nissan Quest

To start off, 2013 Nissan Quest 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Quest (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1995 Acura Legend. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Quest weights approximately 404 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.

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, 2013 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Acura Legend 2013 Nissan Quest
Make Acura Nissan
Model Legend Quest
Year Released 1995 2013
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3206 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 200 HP 256 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 325 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 95 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 81 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1595 kg 1999 kg
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 5100 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1971 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1854 mm
Wheelbase Size 2920 mm 3000 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 76 L