1997 Toyota Corolla vs. 2013 Acura TL
To start off, 2013 Acura TL is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla 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 220 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura TL weights approximately 750 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (121 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Corolla | 2013 Acura TL | |
| Make | Toyota | Acura |
| Model | Corolla | TL |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1332 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1452 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
