2004 Honda Element vs. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (153 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 218 kg more than 2004 Honda Element.
Because 1980 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 1980 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, 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (278 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (220 Nm). This means 1980 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 | 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Element | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 278 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3030 mm |