2004 Acura TL vs. 1993 Toyota Aristo
To start off, 2004 Acura TL is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Aristo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Aristo would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TL (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Aristo. (220 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Aristo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Aristo weights approximately 147 kg more than 2004 Acura TL.
Because 1993 Toyota Aristo 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 1993 Toyota Aristo. 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 (324 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Aristo. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Aristo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura TL | 1993 Toyota Aristo | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | TL | Aristo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1579 kg | 1726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
