2008 Honda Element vs. 1986 Honda Prelude

To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Prelude 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 59 more horse power than 1986 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Prelude.

Because 2008 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Honda Prelude. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Prelude.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Honda Element 1986 Honda Prelude
Make Honda Honda
Model Element Prelude
Year Released 2008 1986
Body Type Crossover Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2354 cc 1829 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 166 HP 107 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 218 Nm 155 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4330 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1790 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 61 L


 

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