1978 Audi 100 vs. 1992 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (133 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1978 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1978 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 124 kg more than 1978 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Audi 100 | 1992 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 100 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1234 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
