1980 Audi 80 vs. 2004 Honda Element
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 601 kg more than 1980 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 2004 Honda Element | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 80 | Element |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2353 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
