1995 Honda Legend vs. 2012 Acura MDX
To start off, 2012 Acura MDX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1995 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura MDX weights approximately 514 kg more than 1995 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura MDX 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, 2012 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Legend | 2012 Acura MDX | |
Make | Honda | Acura |
Model | Legend | MDX |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3205 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2064 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1732 mm |