2007 Honda Element vs. 1991 Renault Express
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Express 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 121 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1991 Renault Express. 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express. 2007 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 1991 Renault Express has manual transmission. 1991 Renault Express 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 | 1991 Renault Express | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Element | Express |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |
