1987 Honda Legend vs. 1975 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1987 Honda Legend is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Legend (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Legend weights approximately 530 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Honda Legend (229 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Legend | 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Legend | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
