2006 Honda Element vs. 1976 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Silvia 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 59 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 137 kg more than 2006 Honda Element.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Nissan Silvia. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Silvia. 1976 Nissan Silvia has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Element has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Element will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Nissan Silvia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Element | 1976 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Element | Silvia |
Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |