2009 Honda Element vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear would be higher. At 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear weights approximately 199 kg more than 2009 Honda Element.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear. (193 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Element | 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Element | Delica Space Gear |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |
