2008 Honda Element vs. 1990 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Corolla 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 92 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Element weights approximately 956 kg more than 1990 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Element | 1990 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Element | Corolla |
Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |