2007 Honda Element vs. 1974 Peugeot 304
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Peugeot 304. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Peugeot 304 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 102 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1974 Peugeot 304. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 1974 Peugeot 304 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Element | 304 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 67.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
