2005 Audi Allroad vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 2005 Audi Allroad is newer by 17 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 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi Allroad (271 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 520 kg more than 2005 Audi Allroad.
Because 2005 Audi Allroad 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, 2005 Audi Allroad 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, 2005 Audi Allroad (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend. 2005 Audi Allroad has automatic transmission and 1988 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1988 Honda Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi Allroad will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi Allroad | 1988 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | Allroad | Legend |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |
