2007 Acura TL vs. 1963 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Corona. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura TL weights approximately 510 kg more than 1963 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Toyota Corona 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 1963 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Corona. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Corona. 2007 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 1963 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1963 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TL | 1963 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | TL | Corona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
