1988 Honda Legend vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 22 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 3 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 887 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend.
Because 2010 Volkswagen T5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Legend | T5 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3010 mm |