1988 Honda Legend vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 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, 2013 Audi A6 (441 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (232 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 2013 Audi A6 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Legend | A6 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 441 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4925 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2086 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2912 mm |