1987 Audi 90 vs. 1997 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi 90 would be higher. At 2,309 cc (5 cylinders), 1987 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (220 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1987 Audi 90. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 90.
Because 1987 Audi 90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Audi 90 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, 1997 Honda Prelude (221 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 90. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 90 | 1997 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 90 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
