2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward vs. 1997 Acura EL
To start off, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Acura EL would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1997 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward should accelerate faster than 1997 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward weights approximately 1371 kg more than 1997 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Acura EL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (499 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura EL. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward has automatic transmission and 1997 Acura EL has manual transmission. 1997 Acura EL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward | 1997 Acura EL | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | Acura |
Model | Park Ward | EL |
Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5379 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 499 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1079 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1704 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2619 mm |