2008 Honda Element vs. 1977 Renault 15
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Renault 15 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 107 more horse power than 1977 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 15.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Element | 1977 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Element | 15 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
