1982 Buick Electra vs. 2008 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1982 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Electra.
Because 1982 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 1982 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1982 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Buick Electra | 2008 Honda Element | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Electra | Element |
Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4128 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |