2007 Honda Element vs. 1993 Proton Saloon
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Proton Saloon 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 (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1993 Proton Saloon. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1993 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1993 Proton Saloon. 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 1993 Proton Saloon. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Proton Saloon. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Proton Saloon. 2007 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 1993 Proton Saloon has manual transmission. 1993 Proton Saloon 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 | 1993 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | Element | Saloon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2390 mm |
