2004 Honda Element vs. 1984 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (153 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 562 kg more than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Honda Element (220 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 1984 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Element | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
