2006 Honda Element vs. 1992 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Opel Corsa 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 112 more horse power than 1992 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 83 kg more than 1992 Opel Corsa. 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 1992 Opel Corsa. 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Element | 1992 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Element | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
