2007 Acura TL vs. 1988 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Civic 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 144 more horse power than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura TL weights approximately 450 kg more than 1988 Honda Civic. 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, 1988 Honda Civic, 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TL | 1988 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | TL | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
