2008 Honda Element vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (122 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2008 Honda Element.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Element | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Element | 25 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 34 L |
