2002 Audi R8 vs. 1990 Honda Legend
To start off, 2002 Audi R8 is newer by 12 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 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 435 more horse power than 1990 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 1418 kg more than 2002 Audi R8.
Because 2002 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 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 R8 (698 Nm) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Legend. (232 Nm). This means 2002 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Legend. 2002 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi R8 | 1990 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | R8 | Legend |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 698 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |
