1991 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2010 Honda Element
To start off, 2010 Honda Element is newer by 19 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 2010 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 176 kg more than 2010 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 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 2010 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Caprice | 2010 Honda Element | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Caprice | Element |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 2400 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 | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
