1954 Ford Popular vs. 1998 Acura RL
To start off, 1998 Acura RL is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Popular would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Acura RL weights approximately 940 kg more than 1954 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Ford Popular 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 1954 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Acura RL, 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, 1998 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular. 1998 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 1954 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1954 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Popular | 1998 Acura RL | |
Make | Ford | Acura |
Model | Popular | RL |
Year Released | 1954 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2920 mm |