1990 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Accord 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 18 more horse power than 1990 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 580 kg more than 1990 Honda Accord. 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 1990 Honda Accord. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Accord | 2007 Honda Element | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | Element |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |