2004 Honda Element vs. 1972 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 668 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element 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, 2004 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corona. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Element | 1972 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Element | Corona |
Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |