2008 Honda Element vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Element weights approximately 991 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Toyota Carina 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 1977 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina. 2008 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 1977 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1977 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Element | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Element | Carina |
Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |