1995 Acura Legend vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta

To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta 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 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta.

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 (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. 1995 Acura Legend has automatic transmission and 2013 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
Make Acura Volkswagen
Model Legend Jetta
Year Released 1995 2013
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3206 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 200 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 92 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic 5-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 4628 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1778 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1453 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2651 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 55 L


 

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