1996 Honda Legend vs. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Legend 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (103 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Legend weights approximately 764 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. 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, 1996 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (130 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. 1996 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2000 Volkswagen Lupo has manual transmission. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo 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 | 2000 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Legend | Lupo |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 75.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 34 L |