1980 Audi 80 vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 448 kg more than 1980 Audi 80. 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, 1988 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 1988 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 80 | Legend |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
