1976 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Acura TL
To start off, 2012 Acura TL is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1976 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1976 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura TL weights approximately 910 kg more than 1976 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Honda Accord | 2012 Acura TL | |
Make | Honda | Acura |
Model | Accord | TL |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4928 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |