1990 Honda Legend vs. 1985 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1990 Honda Legend is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (212 HP) has 153 more horse power than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 635 kg more than 1985 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, 1990 Honda Legend (300 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Legend | 1985 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Legend | Passat |
Year Released | 1990 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 300 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2560 mm |