1991 Acura Legend vs. 2001 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2001 Toyota Sienna is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Acura Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Acura Legend would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Sienna (202 HP) has 42 more horse power than 1991 Acura Legend. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1991 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 155 kg more than 1991 Acura Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Toyota Sienna (280 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Acura Legend. (220 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Acura Legend. 2001 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1991 Acura Legend has manual transmission. 1991 Acura Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura Legend | 2001 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | Legend | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2673 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 202 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |
