For 1986 model year Honda USA introduced new brand – Acura, one of two featuring models was Acura Legend.
1986 Acura Legend - Introduction
The Legend is a performance luxury touring sedan with refined front-wheel-drive, a fuel injected, 24-valve, 2.5-liter V-6 engine and a choice of 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmissions.
The overall concept of the Legend was as a functional driver's car that did not depend on unnecessary gimmicks and gadgets. This concept carried into styling where function and taste form the bases of the Legend's design. Its identity is clear and defined by simple yet elegant lines, and the design process itself was carefully coordinated from concept to production to make sure the car was correct in all respects. Special emphasis was put on ergonomics to minimize driver stress and fatigue.
The Legend is aerodynamically efficient with a low drag coefficient a 0.32. Its body is wedge shaped with a low hoodline and angled windshield, flush headlights and bodywork, and minimal overhangs. Its interior is spacious, tastefully appointed, and specifically designed for a high degree of comfort at all road speeds.
LEGEND FEATURES
ENGINEERING FEATURES
Transverse SOHC, 90° 2.5-liter V-6, 24 valve engine
Aluminum alloy engine block and cylinder head
Computer controlled, programmed fuel injection
5-Speed manual synchromesh transmission
4-Speed automatic transmission with 2nd, 3rd and 4th gear programmed lockup
torque converter
Independent double wishbone front suspension
Independent reduced friction strut rear suspension
Speed sensitive power assisted rack-and-pinion steering
Four-wheel disc brakes
Light alloy wheels, 205/60xl5 Michelin MXV tires
EXTERIOR FEATURES
Color-keyed 5 mph front and rear bumpers
Color-keyed front air dam
Flush mounted halogen headlights
Flush mounted fog lights
Front mud guards
Full wraparound bodyside molding
Dual electronic rearview mirrors
Bronze tinted glass
INTERIOR FEATURES, COMFORT AND CONVENIENCE
Power operated sunroof with sliding shade
Air conditioning
Power windows
Power door locks
Adjustable steering column
Remote trunk release with lock
Remote fuel-filler door release
20-oz. cut pile carpeting
Fully carpeted trunk
Carpeted lower door panels
Child-proof rear door locks
Front door storage pockets
Vanity mirror in passenger sun visor
Side window demisters
Electric rear window defroster with timer
Front seat-back storage pockets
Rear seat passenger assist grips
Map lights
Rear compartment reading lights
Fade-out lights: driver's side footwell, ignitior1 switch, door lock
Door mounted courtesy lights
Trunk light
Locking glove compartment with light
Illuminated front and rear cigarette lighters
Illuminated ashtray
INTERIOR FEATURES, SEATING AND TRIM
Reclining front bucket seats
Driver's seat adjusts for lumbar and thigh support
Full moquette upholstery
Fold-down rear seat arm rest
Seat belt tension reducer
Seat belt latch attachment point integral with seat
INTERIOR FEATURES, INSTRUMENTATION AND CONTROLS
Speed sensitive power steering
Adjustable steering column
Cruise control
Remote control AM/FM ETR multiplex, cassette radio with 7-band programmable
graphic equalizer, dual diversity antenna, and four speakers
Digital quartz clock with display feature
Tachometer
Two-speed wipers with variable intermittent action
Infinitely variable fan control
Push-button heating and ventilation controls
Flash-to-pass headlight control
Day/night rear view mirror
High-mounted stoplight
EXTERIOR COLOR INTERIOR TRIM
Blade Silver Metallic Gray Moquette Upholstery
Florence Blue Metallic Blue Moquette Upholstery
Ascot Gray Metallic Sand Gray Moquette Upholstery
Olympia White Sand Gray Moquette Upholstery