1967 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (157 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 615 kg more than 1967 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Honda Element | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Corvette | Element |
Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |