1984 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Honda Element
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 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 161 kg more than 1984 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2004 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Honda Element | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Corvette | Element |
Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 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 | 1438 kg | 1599 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |