1990 Audi 100 vs. 1987 Honda Legend
To start off, 1990 Audi 100 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Legend (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1990 Audi 100. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Legend weights approximately 240 kg more than 1990 Audi 100. 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, 1987 Honda Legend (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 100. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 100 | 1987 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 100 | Legend |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
