2008 Honda Element vs. 1973 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Skyline 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 @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Skyline. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Skyline.
Because 1973 Nissan Skyline is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Skyline. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Element | 1973 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Element | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
