2009 Audi A6 vs. 1993 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1993 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1993 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 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 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1993 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
