2007 Acura TL vs. 1985 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura TL weights approximately 520 kg more than 1985 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Acura TL 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 2007 Acura TL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Corolla, 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 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura TL | 1985 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | TL | Corolla |
Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 258 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |