2009 Honda Element vs. 1976 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,783 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1976 Opel Commodore. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1976 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Opel Commodore weights approximately 156 kg more than 2009 Honda Element.
Because 2009 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Opel Commodore. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Opel Commodore. (216 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Element | 1976 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Element | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
