2007 Acura TL vs. 1987 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1987 Avanti Avanti. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1987 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 250 kg more than 2007 Acura TL.
Because 1987 Avanti Avanti 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 1987 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1987 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TL | 1987 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Acura | Avanti |
| Model | TL | Avanti |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3400 mm |
