2007 Acura TL vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica 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 168 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura TL weights approximately 218 kg more than 1980 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TL | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | TL | Celica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |
