1985 Honda Prelude vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1985 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A3 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1985 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 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, 2010 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Prelude. (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Prelude | 2010 Audi A3 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Prelude | A3 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |