2004 Honda Element vs. 1966 Marcos 1500
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Marcos 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Marcos 1500 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1966 Marcos 1500. (85 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1966 Marcos 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 889 kg more than 1966 Marcos 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Marcos 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Honda Element (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Marcos 1500. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Marcos 1500.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Element | 1966 Marcos 1500 | |
Make | Honda | Marcos |
Model | Element | 1500 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 72.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2290 mm |