2007 Honda Element vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Vectra 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 93 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (73 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 895 kg more than 1988 Opel Vectra. 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 @ 400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Element | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
