2003 Honda Element vs. 1990 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2003 Honda Element is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Element (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Camry. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Element weights approximately 425 kg more than 1990 Toyota Camry. 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, 2003 Honda Element (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Camry. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Element | 1990 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Element | Camry |
Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |