1986 Honda Legend vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,187 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1986 Honda Legend. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 869 kg more than 1986 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Legend. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Legend | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Legend | Touareg |
Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 3187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2229 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 100 L |