1968 Ford Corsair vs. 2012 Acura RL
To start off, 2012 Acura RL is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1968 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura RL weights approximately 967 kg more than 1968 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Acura RL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford Corsair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura RL 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, 2012 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Corsair. 2012 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 1968 Ford Corsair has manual transmission. 1968 Ford Corsair will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Corsair | 2012 Acura RL | |
| Make | Ford | Acura |
| Model | Corsair | RL |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4971 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 73 L |
