2002 Acura CL vs. 1993 Ford Aspire
To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Aspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Aspire would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1993 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 650 kg more than 1993 Ford Aspire. 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, 2002 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Aspire. 2002 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 1993 Ford Aspire has manual transmission. 1993 Ford Aspire will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura CL | 1993 Ford Aspire | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | CL | Aspire |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 37 L |
