2004 Honda Element vs. 1986 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Vauxhall Astra 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 (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1986 Vauxhall Astra. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1986 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 681 kg more than 1986 Vauxhall Astra. 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, 2004 Honda Element (218 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Vauxhall Astra. (84 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 1986 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Element | Astra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
