1987 Honda Prelude vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 24 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1987 Honda Prelude. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A4 weights approximately 550 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 2011 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 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, 2011 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Prelude | 2011 Audi A4 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Prelude | A4 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 65 L |