2008 Honda Element vs. 1984 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Model F 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 79 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Model F. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Model F.
Because 1984 Toyota Model F 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 1984 Toyota Model F. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Model F. (162 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Model F. 2008 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 1984 Toyota Model F has manual transmission. 1984 Toyota Model F 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 | 1984 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Element | Model F |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2240 mm |
