1988 Honda Legend vs. 2000 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Microbus is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Microbus. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Microbus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 262 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Microbus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Volkswagen Microbus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Microbus. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Microbus.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 2000 Volkswagen Microbus | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Legend | Microbus |
Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 2552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |