1971 Audi Variant vs. 2008 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Audi Variant would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1971 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi Variant.
Because 2008 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Audi Variant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element 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, 2008 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi Variant | 2008 Honda Element | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | Variant | Element |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2580 mm |
