1974 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda Civic 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 113 more horse power than 1974 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 1275 kg more than 1974 Honda Civic. 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 1974 Honda Civic. 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda Civic | 2007 Honda Element | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | Element |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2580 mm |
