2008 Honda Element vs. 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (124 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Element weights approximately 746 kg more than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (203 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Element | 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Element | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
