2004 Acura CL vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 2004 Acura CL is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura CL weights approximately 610 kg more than 1978 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura CL | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Acura | Seat |
| Model | CL | 124 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2430 mm |
