2004 Honda Element vs. 1952 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (153 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1952 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1952 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 587 kg more than 1952 Triumph Mayflower. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 Triumph Mayflower is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Triumph Mayflower. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Honda Element (220 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 1952 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Element | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
