1992 Honda Prelude vs. 2012 Audi S4
To start off, 2012 Audi S4 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1992 Honda Prelude. (185 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Because 2012 Audi S4 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 S4 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 S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (212 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude. 2012 Audi S4 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 S4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 2012 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | Prelude | S4 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
