1987 Honda Prelude vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1987 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 842 kg more than 1987 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 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, 2009 Audi A6 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Prelude | 2009 Audi A6 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Prelude | A6 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 91.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |