1962 Toyota Crown vs. 2010 Honda Element
To start off, 2010 Honda Element is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Element (166 HP) has 86 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Crown. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Element weights approximately 377 kg more than 1962 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Crown. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Toyota Crown | 2010 Honda Element | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Crown | Element |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 166 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4328 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
