2007 Acura TL vs. 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity 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 129 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura TL weights approximately 90 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. 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, 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity, 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TL | 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | TL | Celebrity |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
