2007 Honda Element vs. 1990 Opel Lotus Omega
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Lotus Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Lotus Omega would be higher. At 3,615 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Lotus Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega (377 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 327 kg more than 1990 Opel Lotus Omega.
Because 2007 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Opel Lotus Omega. 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, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega (568 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Lotus Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Element | 1990 Opel Lotus Omega | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Element | Lotus Omega |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3615 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 377 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 568 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1663 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 16.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |