1991 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 547 kg more than 2006 Honda Element.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Camaro | 2006 Honda Element | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Camaro | Element |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
