2007 Honda Element vs. 1990 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Supra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 433 kg more than 1990 Toyota Supra.
Because 1990 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 1990 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, 1990 Toyota Supra (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 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 | 1990 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Element | Supra |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 254 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |