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Acura Legend
Acura
aka Honda Legend, Acura RL
Production 1986 - 1996 (Legend, 1997-2008 (American RL)
Class Mid-Size Executive
Body Style Sedan, Coupe
Length 198.4 in (503.9 cm)
Width 68.3 in (173.5 cm)
Height 54.7 in (138.9 cm)
Wheelbase 108.6 in (275.8 cm)
Weight 3155 lb (1432.4kg)
Transmission Automatic 5-speed, Manual 5-speed, Front wheel drive
Engine 2.7L SOHC V6 (C27A), 3.2L SOHC V6 (C32A)
Power 151 bhp (112.6kW) 154 lb-ft (208.7Nm)
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The Acura Legend was a sports sedan manufactured by Acura/Honda in coupe and sedan forms from 1986 to 1996. First-generation cars ran from 1986 to 1990, and sported a 2.7L SOHC V6 and front-wheel drive. Second-generation cars ran from 1991 to 1996, and had larger, 3.2L SOHC V6s, and also sported front-wheel drive.

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Legends came in three trims ( coupes and sedans) and two body styles: LS, L, and standard.

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Design quirks and oddities[]

The first and second generation Legends had a propensity for blown head gaskets if not maintained properly, commonly following issues with the cooling system.

Awards[]

The 1987 Acura Legend coupe won the Motor Trend Import Car of the Year in 1987.

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