1989 Honda Legend vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 23 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, 1989 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Audi A5. (158 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1989 Honda Legend.
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, 2012 Audi A5 (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Legend | 2012 Audi A5 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Legend | A5 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2674 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |