2006 Honda Element vs. 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 192 kg more than 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Element | 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Element | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 462 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |
