1988 Honda Legend vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 18 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 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 10 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. 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 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Legend | Passat |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |