2009 Audi TT vs. 1998 Honda Capa
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Capa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Capa would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1998 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Capa weights approximately 150 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1998 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | TT | Capa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |
