2009 Audi A4 vs. 1997 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 289 kg more than 1997 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, 2009 Audi A4 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (211 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1997 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 90.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1381 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
