2000 Audi A8 vs. 1988 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1988 Honda Prelude. (112 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1988 Honda Prelude. 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, 2000 Audi A8 (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1988 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A8 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1670 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |
