2006 Audi A4 vs. 1987 Honda Legend
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 19 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 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1987 Honda Legend. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Legend weights approximately 52 kg more than 2006 Audi A4.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Legend. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 1987 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | Legend |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
