2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1985 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1985 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1395 kg more than 1985 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 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 Q7 (550 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Prelude. (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 1985 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | Q7 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1829 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 61 L |
