2005 Audi S4 vs. 1993 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1993 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1993 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1993 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | S4 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
