1984 Audi 4000 vs. 1978 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1984 Audi 4000 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 4000 (100 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1978 Honda Prelude. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 4000 should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Prelude.
Because 1984 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi 4000 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, 1978 Honda Prelude (141 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 1978 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 4000 | 1978 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 4000 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2330 mm |
