1986 Buick Estate vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Estate (183 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element.
Because 1986 Buick Estate 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 1986 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1986 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element. 1986 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Element has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Element will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick Estate | 2007 Honda Element | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Estate | Element |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 2352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |