1990 Ford Fiesta vs. 2008 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Fiesta 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 (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1990 Ford Fiesta. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Element weights approximately 270 kg more than 1990 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Fiesta. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Fiesta. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Fiesta | 2008 Honda Element | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Fiesta | Element |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |