1981 Audi 100 vs. 1997 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 16 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 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (220 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1981 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 200 kg more than 1981 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, 1997 Honda Prelude (221 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 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 | 1997 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 100 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90.7 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 | 1310 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
