1998 Buick Signia vs. 2011 Acura TL
To start off, 2011 Acura TL is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Buick Signia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Buick Signia would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Signia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1998 Buick Signia. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Signia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura TL weights approximately 57 kg more than 1998 Buick Signia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Buick Signia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1998 Buick Signia (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Signia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Signia | 2011 Acura TL | |
| Make | Buick | Acura |
| Model | Signia | TL |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4966 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2776 mm |
