1984 Audi 90 vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 90 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 640 kg more than 1984 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 2007 Honda Element | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 90 | Element |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
