1993 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Honda Element
To start off, 2010 Honda Element is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1993 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Element weights approximately 374 kg more than 1993 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Accord. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Accord | 2010 Honda Element | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | Element |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1788 mm |
