2004 Honda Element vs. 1987 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Camry 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 (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 261 kg more than 1987 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, 2004 Honda Element (218 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Camry. (141 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 1987 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Element | Camry |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
