2007 Honda Element vs. 1989 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 505 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 60 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 650 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 505. 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 1989 Peugeot 505. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 505. (162 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Element | 1989 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Element | 505 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2910 mm |