2007 Honda Element vs. 1997 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 519 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude.
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 @ 400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (211 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 1997 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Element | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1381 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
