2000 Audi Steppenwolf vs. 1979 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2000 Audi Steppenwolf is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi Steppenwolf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi Steppenwolf (222 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1979 Honda Prelude. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi Steppenwolf should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi Steppenwolf weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1979 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi Steppenwolf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi Steppenwolf 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, 2000 Audi Steppenwolf (320 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (127 Nm). This means 2000 Audi Steppenwolf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi Steppenwolf | 1979 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | Steppenwolf | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
