1997 Honda Legend vs. 2011 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (178 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Legend weights approximately 401 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 1997 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Legend | 2011 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Legend | Polo |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1269 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2470 mm |