1996 Audi A6 vs. 1990 Honda Legend
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 6 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, 1990 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1996 Audi A6. (124 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1990 Honda Legend.
Because 1996 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1990 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A6 | 1990 Honda Legend | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A6 | Legend |
Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2675 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |