1980 Audi Sport vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 992 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element. 2006 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 1980 Audi Sport has manual transmission. 1980 Audi Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 2006 Honda Element | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | Sport | Element |
Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1992 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |