2006 Honda Element vs. 1983 Hummer H1
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Hummer H1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Hummer H1 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Hummer H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Hummer H1 (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Hummer H1 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Hummer H1 weights approximately 780 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 1983 Hummer H1 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Hummer H1 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, 1983 Hummer H1 (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Hummer H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Element | 1983 Hummer H1 | |
| Make | Honda | Hummer |
| Model | Element | H1 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3310 mm |
