2005 Acura CL vs. 1974 Volkswagen SP
To start off, 2005 Acura CL is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen SP would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen SP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura CL weights approximately 690 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen SP. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen SP.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura CL | 1974 Volkswagen SP | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | CL | SP |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
