1984 Dodge 600 vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Dodge 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Dodge 600 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1984 Dodge 600. (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 755 kg more than 1984 Dodge 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Dodge 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Dodge 600 (228 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Dodge 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge 600 | 2006 Honda Element | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | 600 | Element |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
