1981 Audi 100 vs. 2003 Honda Element
To start off, 2003 Honda Element is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Element (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1981 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Element weights approximately 520 kg more than 1981 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Honda Element (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 100 | 2003 Honda Element | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 100 | Element |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
