1988 Audi 200 vs. 1997 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (182 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi 200 weights approximately 161 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude.
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, 1988 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (206 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1988 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Audi 200 | 1997 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | 200 | Prelude |
Year Released | 1988 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2155 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1319 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |