2002 Audi A8 vs. 1994 Honda Legend
To start off, 2002 Audi A8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A8 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1994 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A8 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1994 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 1994 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 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A8 | 1994 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A8 | Legend |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
