2007 Acura RL vs. 1996 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Acura RL is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Celica 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 176 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Celica. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura RL weights approximately 480 kg more than 1996 Toyota Celica. 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 1996 Toyota Celica. 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 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Celica. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Celica. 2007 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RL | 1996 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | RL | Celica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
