2007 Honda Element vs. 1985 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 205 (335 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 960 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 205.
Because 1985 Peugeot 205 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 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, 1985 Peugeot 205 (400 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 400 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 1985 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Element | 205 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1773 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
