2008 Honda Element vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP) has 106 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Element weights approximately 334 kg more than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Element | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Element | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1166 cc |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 60 HP |
Torque | 218 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 846 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2380 mm |