1998 Acura RL vs. 2012 Opel Combo
To start off, 2012 Opel Combo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2012 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Combo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Combo. 1998 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2012 Opel Combo has manual transmission. 2012 Opel Combo 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:
| 1998 Acura RL | 2012 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Acura | Opel |
| Model | RL | Combo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
