2006 Honda Element vs. 1982 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Accord 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 77 more horse power than 1982 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1982 Honda Accord. 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 (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Element | 1982 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Element | Accord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
