1978 Honda Prelude vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1978 Honda Prelude. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Prelude.
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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Prelude. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Prelude | 2007 Honda Element | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Prelude | Element |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 2352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |