2004 Honda Element vs. 1991 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Corolla 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 86 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 511 kg more than 1991 Toyota Corolla. 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Corolla. (101 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 1991 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Element | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
