2006 Acura RL vs. 1986 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Acura RL is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Hilux. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura RL weights approximately 195 kg more than 1986 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Hilux. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Hilux. 2006 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 1986 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 1986 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RL | 1986 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | RL | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 73 L |
