1990 Audi 100 vs. 2011 Honda Element
To start off, 2011 Honda Element is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1990 Audi 100. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Element weights approximately 504 kg more than 1990 Audi 100. 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, 2011 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 100. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 100. 2011 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 1990 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1990 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 100 | 2011 Honda Element | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 100 | Element |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
