2005 Honda Element vs. 1979 Subaru DL
To start off, 2005 Honda Element is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru DL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru DL would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Element (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1979 Subaru DL. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru DL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Element weights approximately 810 kg more than 1979 Subaru DL. 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, 2005 Honda Element (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru DL. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru DL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Element | 1979 Subaru DL | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Element | DL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
