1972 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Honda Element
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 12 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1972 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (380 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 1972 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Honda Element | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Corvette | Element |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
