2006 Audi RS4 vs. 1989 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2006 Audi RS4 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1989 Honda Prelude. (112 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Prelude.
Because 2006 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 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, 2006 Audi RS4 (430 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi RS4 | 1989 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | RS4 | Prelude |
Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2580 mm |