1986 Honda Prelude vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A6 (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1986 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Prelude.
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, 2012 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Prelude | 2012 Audi A6 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Prelude | A6 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4915 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |