1995 Honda Today vs. 2012 Acura TL
To start off, 2012 Acura TL is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Today 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 258 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura TL weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Today | 2012 Acura TL | |
| Make | Honda | Acura |
| Model | Today | TL |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
