1992 Cadillac Brougham 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 Cadillac Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Cadillac Brougham would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Cadillac Brougham (185 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (153 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 403 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 1992 Cadillac Brougham 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 1992 Cadillac Brougham. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1992 Cadillac Brougham (407 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (220 Nm). This means 1992 Cadillac Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Cadillac Brougham | 2004 Honda Element | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Brougham | Element |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2690 mm |
