2004 Honda Element vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 34 kg more than 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Because 2004 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. 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, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Element | 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Element | Toronado |
Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2750 mm |