2006 Acura TL vs. 1982 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2006 Acura TL is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Corsa 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 190 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura TL weights approximately 760 kg more than 1982 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura TL | 1982 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | TL | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
