1976 Buick Electra vs. 2010 Honda Element
To start off, 2010 Honda Element is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Electra would be higher. At 6,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Electra (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2010 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Electra weights approximately 173 kg more than 2010 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Buick Electra 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 1976 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1976 Buick Electra (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Electra | 2010 Honda Element | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Electra | Element |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4328 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2576 mm |