1999 Acura RL vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura RL weights approximately 321 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Acura RL | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | RL | Civic |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
