1993 Honda Legend vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 19 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1993 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 13 kg more than 1993 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, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda Legend | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Legend | Passat |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1563 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4769 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |