2007 Honda Element vs. 1986 Renault 4
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault 4 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 132 more horse power than 1986 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 1255 kg more than 1986 Renault 4. 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 4. (63 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 4. 2007 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 1986 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1986 Renault 4 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 | 1986 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Element | 4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
