1980 Audi 100 vs. 1999 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1999 Honda Prelude is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Prelude (132 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1980 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Prelude weights approximately 124 kg more than 1980 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, 1999 Honda Prelude (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 100 | 1999 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 100 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2590 mm |
