1988 Honda Prelude vs. 1973 Audi 80
To start off, 1988 Honda Prelude is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Prelude (112 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1973 Audi 80. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1973 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Prelude weights approximately 193 kg more than 1973 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Honda Prelude (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Audi 80. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Prelude | 1973 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | Prelude | 80 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1956 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
