1979 Toyota Celica vs. 2013 Acura TL
To start off, 2013 Acura TL is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica 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 187 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura TL weights approximately 620 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Celica | 2013 Acura TL | |
| Make | Toyota | Acura |
| Model | Celica | TL |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 3700 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1452 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2775 mm |
