1985 Audi 90 vs. 1998 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1998 Honda Prelude is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 90 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Prelude weights approximately 190 kg more than 1985 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Honda Prelude (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 1998 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 90 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |
