2004 Acura NSX vs. 1991 Honda Legend
To start off, 2004 Acura NSX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura NSX (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1991 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Legend weights approximately 120 kg more than 2004 Acura NSX.
Because 2004 Acura NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Acura NSX (304 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Legend. (293 Nm). This means 2004 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura NSX | 1991 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | NSX | Legend |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
