2007 Honda Element vs. 1990 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1990 Honda Civic. (150 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 952 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic. 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 1990 Honda Civic. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 7100 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Element | 1990 Honda Civic | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Element | Civic |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1038 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |