2004 Acura TL vs. 1990 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2004 Acura TL is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Supra 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 66 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Supra. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura TL weights approximately 21 kg more than 1990 Toyota Supra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Toyota Supra 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 1990 Toyota Supra. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Supra. (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Supra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura TL | 1990 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | TL | Supra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
