1968 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Mustang (335 HP) has 169 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element.
Because 2007 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford Mustang. 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, 1968 Ford Mustang (597 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Mustang | 2007 Honda Element | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Mustang | Element |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 2352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 166 HP |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
