2004 Honda Element vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (153 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 398 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 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (220 Nm). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Element | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3230 mm |
