2000 Audi S8 vs. 1991 Honda Legend
To start off, 2000 Audi S8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Legend would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1991 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S8 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1991 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 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, 2000 Audi S8 (583 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Legend. (293 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S8 | 1991 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | S8 | Legend |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
