2007 Audi A6 vs. 1990 Honda Legend
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 17 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 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1990 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1990 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 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, 2007 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Legend. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A6 | 1990 Honda Legend | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A6 | Legend |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2675 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |