2006 Honda Element vs. 1989 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Silvia 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 22 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Silvia. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 342 kg more than 2006 Honda Element.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Nissan Silvia. 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Silvia. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Element | 1989 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Element | Silvia |
Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1809 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |