1992 Honda Prelude vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1992 Honda Prelude. (185 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Because 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 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 R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (212 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude. 2012 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 1992 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1992 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | Prelude | R8 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
