2007 Honda Element vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 650 kg more than 1985 Renault 25.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 25 (286 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Element | 25 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |
