1982 Honda Prelude vs. 2004 Audi TT
To start off, 2004 Audi TT is newer by 22 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi TT (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi TT weights approximately 450 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.
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, 2004 Audi TT (195 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Prelude | 2004 Audi TT | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | Prelude | TT |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2430 mm |
