2006 Acura TL vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Acura TL is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,212 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura TL weights approximately 805 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura TL | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | TL | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3212 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 258 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2340 mm |