2009 Honda Element vs. 1977 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Skyline 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 60 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 294 kg more than 1977 Nissan Skyline. 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 1977 Nissan Skyline. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Element | 1977 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Element | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
