2004 Honda Element vs. 1955 Oldsmobile 98
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 98. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 98 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Oldsmobile 98 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Oldsmobile 98 weights approximately 155 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 1955 Oldsmobile 98. 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, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 98 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 1955 Oldsmobile 98 | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Element | 98 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 5320 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1728 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3210 mm |
