1996 Acura NSX vs. 2007 Honda Legend
To start off, 2007 Honda Legend is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Acura NSX. (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1996 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Legend weights approximately 550 kg more than 1996 Acura NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Legend is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Legend 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, 2007 Honda Legend (351 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Acura NSX. 2007 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1996 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1996 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Acura NSX | 2007 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | NSX | Legend |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2810 mm |
