2004 Acura CL vs. 1975 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 2004 Acura CL is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Trans Am would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura CL (223 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. (220 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1975 Pontiac Trans Am.
Because 1975 Pontiac Trans Am 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 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Acura CL, 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, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am (434 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura CL. (294 Nm). This means 1975 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura CL. 2004 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 1975 Pontiac Trans Am has manual transmission. 1975 Pontiac Trans Am will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura CL | 1975 Pontiac Trans Am | |
| Make | Acura | Pontiac |
| Model | CL | Trans Am |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 6556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 220 HP |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
