1993 Honda Concerto vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1993 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 955 kg more than 1993 Honda Concerto. 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 1993 Honda Concerto. 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda Concerto | 2007 Honda Element | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Concerto | Element |
Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1492 cc | 2352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |