2006 Honda Element vs. 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (109 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 550 kg more than 2006 Honda Element.
Because 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-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 Eighty-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Eighty-Eight (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Element | 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Element | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2960 mm |