2003 Acura TL vs. 1987 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2003 Acura TL is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura TL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura TL weights approximately 883 kg more than 1987 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Acura TL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura TL | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | TL | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
