1995 Acura Legend vs. 1988 Audi V8
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1995 Acura Legend. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi V8 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1995 Acura Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Acura Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Audi V8 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, 1988 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (286 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 1988 Audi V8 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | Legend | V8 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
