2005 Acura NSX vs. 1995 Acura Legend
To start off, 2005 Acura NSX is newer by 10 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, 2005 Acura NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1995 Acura Legend. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 145 kg more than 2005 Acura NSX.
Because 2005 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 2005 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Acura 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, 2005 Acura NSX (305 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (286 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura NSX | 1995 Acura Legend | |
Make | Acura | Acura |
Model | NSX | Legend |
Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
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 | 286 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |