2005 Audi S4 vs. 1989 Honda Legend
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Legend would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1989 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1989 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Legend. (232 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1989 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | S4 | Legend |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2674 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
