1998 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2004 Honda Element
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 79 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 1998 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1998 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 1998 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Camaro | 2004 Honda Element | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Camaro | Element |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2580 mm |
