2005 Audi S4 vs. 1994 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 4,163 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 1994 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1994 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 1994 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1994 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | S4 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1997 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 | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
