2009 Audi S6 vs. 1992 Honda Legend
To start off, 2009 Audi S6 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Legend would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1992 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi S6 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1992 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi S6 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, 2009 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S6 | 1992 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | S6 | Legend |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
