2007 Honda Element vs. 1975 Honda Life
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Life 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 136 more horse power than 1975 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 1500 kg more than 1975 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Honda Life. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Life. 2007 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 1975 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1975 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 1975 Honda Life | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Element | Life |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
