2006 Honda Element vs. 1978 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1978 Honda Prelude. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 185 kg more than 1978 Honda Prelude. 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, 2006 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Prelude. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Element | 1978 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Element | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
