2009 Honda Element vs. 1971 Renault 10
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 10 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 119 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 339 kg more than 1971 Renault 10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Renault 10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Element | 1971 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Element | 10 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |
