1982 Honda Prelude vs. 2003 Audi S3
To start off, 2003 Audi S3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi S3 (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi S3 weights approximately 328 kg more than 1982 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi S3 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, 2003 Audi S3 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Prelude | 2003 Audi S3 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Prelude | S3 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1423 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |