1999 Audi A6 vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 1999 Audi A6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1999 Audi A6. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A6 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Honda Legend (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A6. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A6 | 1988 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | Legend |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
