1991 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2009 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 641 kg more than 2009 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Caprice (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Caprice | 2009 Honda Element | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Caprice | Element |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
