2009 Honda Element vs. 1968 TVR Vixen
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 TVR Vixen 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 91 more horse power than 1968 TVR Vixen. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1968 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 369 kg more than 1968 TVR Vixen. 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) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Element | 1968 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Honda | TVR |
| Model | Element | Vixen |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
