1980 Buick Electra vs. 2004 Honda Element
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,032 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 170 kg more than 2004 Honda Element.
Because 1980 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 1980 Buick Electra. 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, 1980 Buick Electra (325 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Electra | 2004 Honda Element | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Electra | Element |
Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 218 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2750 mm |