2009 Audi TT vs. 1996 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 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 119 more horse power than 1996 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Prelude weights approximately 299 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.
Because 2009 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1996 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | TT | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
| 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 | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
