2001 Audi Avantissimo vs. 1990 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2001 Audi Avantissimo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi Avantissimo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi Avantissimo (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1990 Honda Prelude. (112 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi Avantissimo should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi Avantissimo weights approximately 690 kg more than 1990 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi Avantissimo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi Avantissimo 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, 2001 Audi Avantissimo (600 Nm) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm). This means 2001 Audi Avantissimo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Prelude. 2001 Audi Avantissimo has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Audi Avantissimo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Audi Avantissimo | 1990 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | Avantissimo | Prelude |
Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 424 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 157 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2580 mm |