2004 Honda Element vs. 1979 Seat 131
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 131 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Seat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1979 Seat 131. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 383 kg more than 1979 Seat 131. 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 1979 Seat 131. 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 (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 131. (149 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 1979 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Element | 131 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2500 mm |
