2009 Honda Element vs. 1990 Porsche 928
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,957 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 928 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2009 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 928 weights approximately 96 kg more than 2009 Honda Element. 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 1990 Porsche 928. 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, 1990 Porsche 928 (430 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Element | 1990 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Element | 928 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 4957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
