2009 Honda Element vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Vectra 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 41 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (125 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 216 kg more than 2009 Honda Element.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Element | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Element | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
