2002 Acura MDX vs. 1990 Honda Legend
To start off, 2002 Acura MDX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,470 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1990 Honda Legend. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura MDX weights approximately 395 kg more than 1990 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Acura MDX (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Legend. (300 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura MDX | 1990 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | MDX | Legend |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3470 cc | 3206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
