2007 Acura TL vs. 1986 Talbot Solara
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Talbot Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Talbot Solara 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 199 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Solara. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura TL weights approximately 302 kg more than 1986 Talbot Solara. 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Solara. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Solara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TL | 1986 Talbot Solara | |
| Make | Acura | Talbot |
| Model | TL | Solara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |
