1992 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2004 Honda Element
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Roadmaster (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 401 kg more than 2004 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Buick Roadmaster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1992 Buick Roadmaster (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Buick Roadmaster | 2004 Honda Element | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Roadmaster | Element |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1599 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2690 mm |
