2007 Honda Element vs. 1976 Renault 14
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 14 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 109 more horse power than 1976 Renault 14. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1976 Renault 14. 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 1976 Renault 14. 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 14. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 14.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 1976 Renault 14 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Element | 14 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1218 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 48 L |
