1985 Audi 90 vs. 2008 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 23 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Element weights approximately 900 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, 2008 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Honda Element | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 90 | Element |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1950 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 |
