1987 Honda Prelude vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 25 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q3 (168 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1987 Honda Prelude. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Prelude.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 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, 2012 Audi Q3 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 Q3 (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Prelude | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Prelude | Q3 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1600 mm |