2009 Honda Element vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 19 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 75 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (91 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 488 kg more than 1988 Renault 19. 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 1988 Renault 19. 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Element | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Element | 19 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |
