1980 Volkswagen Rabbit vs. 2006 Honda Legend
To start off, 2006 Honda Legend is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Legend weights approximately 800 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. 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, 2006 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. 2006 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit has manual transmission. 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit | 2006 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | Rabbit | Legend |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2910 mm |
