1996 Honda Legend vs. 1979 Volkswagen Iltis
To start off, 1996 Honda Legend is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volkswagen Iltis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volkswagen Iltis would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Legend (202 HP) has 128 more horse power than 1979 Volkswagen Iltis. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1979 Volkswagen Iltis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Legend weights approximately 370 kg more than 1979 Volkswagen Iltis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Volkswagen Iltis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Volkswagen Iltis 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, 1996 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volkswagen Iltis. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volkswagen Iltis. 1996 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1979 Volkswagen Iltis has manual transmission. 1979 Volkswagen Iltis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Legend | 1979 Volkswagen Iltis | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Legend | Iltis |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2110 mm |
