2006 Honda Element vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,359 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 1982 Toyota Celica. (103 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Celica weights approximately 323 kg more than 2006 Honda Element.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Toyota Celica. 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 1982 Toyota Celica. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Element | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Element | Celica |
Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 89 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |