2004 Honda Element vs. 1977 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 621 kg more than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Vauxhall Chevette 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 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. 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, 2004 Honda Element (218 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. (185 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 1977 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Element | Chevette |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 97.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
