2008 Honda Element vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
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 Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Publica 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 (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Element weights approximately 425 kg more than 1977 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Element | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Element | Publica |
Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1166 cc |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2270 mm |