2006 Honda Element vs. 1981 Renault 18
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 18 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 (157 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1981 Renault 18. (66 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 940 kg more than 1981 Renault 18. 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 1981 Renault 18. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 18. (124 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Element | 1981 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Element | 18 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
