1989 Audi 90 vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 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 30 more horse power than 1989 Audi 90. (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 673 kg more than 1989 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 90. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Audi 90 | 2007 Honda Element | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | 90 | Element |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2308 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2580 mm |