2006 Honda Element vs. 1977 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Crown. (103 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 642 kg more than 1977 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Element | 1977 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Element | Crown |
Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |