1990 Audi 90 vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 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 52 more horse power than 1990 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 880 kg more than 1990 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Audi 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element will offer significantly more control. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 90. (172 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 90 | 2007 Honda Element | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 90 | Element |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
