2006 Honda Element vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 123 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 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado. 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, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Element | 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Element | Toronado |
Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 7446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 518 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 104.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 108 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 91 L |