2007 Honda Element vs. 1969 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1969 Volvo P 1800. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 836 kg more than 1969 Volvo P 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Volvo P 1800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Volvo P 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo P 1800. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 1969 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Element | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
