1991 Honda Legend vs. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan

To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan.

Because 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 1991 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Honda Legend 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan
Make Honda Volkswagen
Model Legend Tiguan
Year Released 1991 2011
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3206 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 202 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 293 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 1700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 4427 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1808 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1684 mm


 

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