1968 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 2013 Acura TL
To start off, 2013 Acura TL is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvair would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura TL weights approximately 666 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvair | 2013 Acura TL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
| Model | Corvair | TL |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2375 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1452 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
