2008 Honda Element vs. 1996 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1996 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2008 Honda Element. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 122 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 1996 Mazda RX-7. 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, 1996 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Element | 1996 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Element | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 77 L |
