2009 Honda Element vs. 1984 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Porsche 911 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2009 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 231 kg more than 1984 Porsche 911.
Because 1984 Porsche 911 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 1984 Porsche 911. 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, 1984 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Element. 2009 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 1984 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1984 Porsche 911 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 | 1984 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Element | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
