2007 Honda Element vs. 1971 Opel Admiral
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Admiral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Admiral would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Opel Admiral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1971 Opel Admiral. (142 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Admiral.
Because 1971 Opel Admiral 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 1971 Opel Admiral. 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, 1971 Opel Admiral (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Opel Admiral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 1971 Opel Admiral | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Element | Admiral |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
