2001 Audi A2 vs. 1988 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2001 Audi A2 is newer by 13 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Prelude (112 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Prelude weights approximately 35 kg more than 2001 Audi A2. 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, 1988 Honda Prelude (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A2. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 1988 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A2 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 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 | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |
