2009 Honda Element vs. 1971 Marcos 2 Litres
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Marcos 2 Litres would be higher. At 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 606 kg more than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Marcos 2 Litres is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. 2009 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 1971 Marcos 2 Litres has manual transmission. 1971 Marcos 2 Litres will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Element | 1971 Marcos 2 Litres | |
Make | Honda | Marcos |
Model | Element | 2 Litres |
Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2270 mm |