1986 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 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 46 more horse power than 1986 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Accord.
Because 2008 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Accord. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Accord. 2008 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 1986 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1986 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Accord | 2008 Honda Element | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | Element |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1953 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
