1985 Audi 90 vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 90 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (157 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 940 kg more than 1985 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, 2006 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 2006 Honda Element | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 90 | Element |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
