2009 Audi A6 vs. 1983 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1983 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Honda Prelude weights approximately 45 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 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, 2009 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1983 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1829 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
