2006 Honda Element vs. 1978 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Plymouth Horizon 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) has 81 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Horizon. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 992 kg more than 1978 Plymouth Horizon. 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 1978 Plymouth Horizon. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Plymouth Horizon. (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Element | 1978 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Honda | Plymouth |
| Model | Element | Horizon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
