2007 Acura RL vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Acura RL is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura RL weights approximately 525 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RL | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | RL | Corona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2530 mm |
