1990 Honda Legend vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (208 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1990 Honda Legend. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 279 kg more than 1990 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 1990 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 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Legend. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Legend | 2013 Audi A6 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Legend | A6 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 233 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1674 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4925 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2086 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2912 mm |