1994 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1994 Honda Accord. (149 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Accord weights approximately 51 kg more than 2008 Honda Element.
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, 2008 Honda Element (218 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Accord. (198 Nm). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Accord | 2008 Honda Element | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | Element |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
