1999 Honda Legend vs. 1980 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1999 Honda Legend is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Legend (202 HP) has 143 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Jetta. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Legend weights approximately 845 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Jetta. 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, 1999 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Jetta. (95 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Jetta. 1999 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1980 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 1980 Volkswagen Jetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Legend | 1980 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Legend | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
