2006 Honda Element vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 1092 kg more than 2006 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Element has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Element will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Element | 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Element | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3080 mm |
