1999 Acura RL vs. 2013 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2013 Toyota Corolla is newer by 14 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 75 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura RL weights approximately 425 kg more than 2013 Toyota Corolla. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Corolla. (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Acura RL | 2013 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | RL | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
