2007 Honda Element vs. 1988 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,952 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Supra (232 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element.
Because 1988 Toyota Supra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Toyota Supra (351 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Element | 1988 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Element | Supra |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 2952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 91 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |