2008 Honda Element vs. 1965 Peugeot 404
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP) has 93 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 404. (73 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 404.
Because 2008 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Peugeot 404. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 404. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Element | 1965 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Element | 404 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 73 HP |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
