1994 Toyota Supra vs. 1998 Acura RL
To start off, 1998 Acura RL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Supra (326 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1998 Acura RL. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Acura RL weights approximately 60 kg more than 1994 Toyota Supra.
Because 1994 Toyota Supra 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 1994 Toyota Supra. 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, 1994 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura RL. (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura RL. 1998 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 1994 Toyota Supra has manual transmission. 1994 Toyota Supra 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:
| 1994 Toyota Supra | 1998 Acura RL | |
| Make | Toyota | Acura |
| Model | Supra | RL |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
