1994 Honda Prelude vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1994 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1994 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 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, 2010 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Prelude | 2010 Audi A5 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Prelude | A5 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |