2008 Honda Element vs. 1979 Porsche 930
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2008 Honda Element. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Porsche 930 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2008 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Porsche 930. 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, 1979 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Element | 1979 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Element | 930 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |