1986 Audi Coupe vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1986 Audi Coupe. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 95 kg more than 1986 Audi Coupe. 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, 2006 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi Coupe. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi Coupe | 2006 Honda Element | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | Coupe | Element |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
