1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon vs. 2010 Honda Element
To start off, 2010 Honda Element is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2010 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon weights approximately 230 kg more than 2010 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Element, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon (434 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon | 2010 Honda Element | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | V8 Saloon | Element |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 60 L |
