1993 Honda Legend vs. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan

To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. (130 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 196 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Volkswagen Multivan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan 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, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Legend.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Honda Legend 2008 Volkswagen Multivan
Make Honda Volkswagen
Model Legend Multivan
Year Released 1993 2008
Body Type Coupe Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3206 cc 2461 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 130 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 293 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 95.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1545 kg 1349 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1950 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 3010 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 80 L


 

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