1993 Dodge Viper vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 448 kg more than 1993 Dodge Viper.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1993 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Viper | 2006 Honda Element | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Viper | Element |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
