2005 Audi A2 vs. 1987 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2005 Audi A2 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Audi A2. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A2 weights approximately 52 kg more than 1987 Honda Prelude.
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, 2005 Audi A2 (230 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A2 | 1987 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A2 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1829 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 61 L |
