2009 Honda Element vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 539 kg more than 1959 Nissan 211. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Element | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Element | 211 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2230 mm |