2009 Honda Element vs. 1983 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Camry. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Camry.
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, 2009 Honda Element (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Camry. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Element | 1983 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Element | Camry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
