1990 Honda Legend vs. 2011 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Routan (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1990 Honda Legend. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 509 kg more than 1990 Honda Legend. 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, 2011 Volkswagen Routan (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Legend. (300 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Legend | 2011 Volkswagen Routan | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Legend | Routan |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2084 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 78 L |