2007 Honda Element vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 747 kg more than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, both vehicles can yield 218 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Element | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1243 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
