1981 Audi 100 vs. 1983 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1983 Honda Prelude is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1981 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi 100 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1983 Honda Prelude.
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, 1983 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 100 | 1983 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 100 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1829 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2570 mm |
