1986 Honda Prelude vs. 2012 Audi S4
To start off, 2012 Audi S4 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1986 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Prelude.
Because 2012 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 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, 2012 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S4 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 S4 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | Prelude | S4 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
