1989 Honda Legend vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,674 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1989 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A4 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1989 Honda Legend. 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, 2011 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Legend | 2011 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | Legend | A4 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2674 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
