2006 Honda Element vs. 1966 Marcos 1500
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 40 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1966 Marcos 1500. (85 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1966 Marcos 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 365 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 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Marcos 1500. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Marcos 1500. 2006 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 1966 Marcos 1500 has manual transmission. 1966 Marcos 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Element | 1966 Marcos 1500 | |
| Make | Honda | Marcos |
| Model | Element | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 72.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2290 mm |
