2004 Acura TL vs. 1978 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Acura TL is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TL (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura TL weights approximately 708 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Toyota Corolla 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 1978 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL, 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, 2004 Acura TL (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura TL | 1978 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | TL | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2380 mm |
