2009 Audi TT vs. 1989 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1989 Honda Prelude. (112 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Prelude weights approximately 169 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.
Because 2009 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT 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 TT (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi TT | 1989 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | TT | Prelude |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2580 mm |