2005 Audi S4 vs. 1987 Honda Legend
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Legend would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1987 Honda Legend. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1987 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Legend. (229 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1987 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | S4 | Legend |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
