2008 Audi A4 vs. 1990 Honda Legend

To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 18 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 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1990 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 30 kg more than 2008 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, 1990 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4. 2008 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A4 1990 Honda Legend
Make Audi Honda
Model A4 Legend
Year Released 2008 1990
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 2675 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 250 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 195 Nm 232 Nm
Torque RPM 3300 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 205 km/hour 226 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.4 seconds 8.1 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1390 kg 1420 kg
Vehicle Length 4180 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 68 L


 

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