2009 Audi A5 vs. 1992 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1992 Honda Prelude. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1992 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 1992 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A5 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 2257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
