1987 Audi 80 vs. 1998 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1998 Honda Prelude is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi 80 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 57 more horse power than 1987 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Prelude weights approximately 220 kg more than 1987 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, 1998 Honda Prelude (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 80 | 1998 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 80 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |
