2002 Audi A8 vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 2002 Audi A8 is newer by 14 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 3,697 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A8 weights approximately 412 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 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, 2002 Audi A8 (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (228 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A8 | 1988 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A8 | Legend |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3697 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
