1984 Audi 80 vs. 1999 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1999 Honda Prelude is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Prelude (132 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1984 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Prelude weights approximately 310 kg more than 1984 Audi 80. 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, 1999 Honda Prelude (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 80. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 80 | 1999 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 80 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |
