2008 Honda Element vs. 1972 Nissan 240 C
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan 240 C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan 240 C would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Nissan 240 C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1972 Nissan 240 C. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan 240 C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan 240 C weights approximately 120 kg more than 2008 Honda Element.
Because 2008 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Nissan 240 C. 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan 240 C. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan 240 C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Element | 1972 Nissan 240 C | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Element | 240 C |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
