2009 Honda Element vs. 1974 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,569 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Honda Element. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 370 kg more than 1974 Avanti Avanti.
Because 2009 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1974 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Element | 1974 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Honda | Avanti |
| Model | Element | Avanti |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 6569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2780 mm |
