1988 Audi Coupe vs. 2008 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi Coupe (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Element.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1988 Audi Coupe (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element. 2008 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 1988 Audi Coupe has manual transmission. 1988 Audi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi Coupe | 2008 Honda Element | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | Coupe | Element |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |
