2006 Honda Element vs. 1986 Lada 2107
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lada 2107. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lada 2107 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 80 more horse power than 1986 Lada 2107. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada 2107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 930 kg more than 1986 Lada 2107. 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 1986 Lada 2107. 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada 2107. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada 2107.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Element | 1986 Lada 2107 | |
| Make | Honda | Lada |
| Model | Element | 2107 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |
