2007 Acura TL vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura TL weights approximately 500 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TL | 1978 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | TL | Accord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |
