2007 Acura TL vs. 1991 Saturn Sedan
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Saturn Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Saturn Sedan 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 173 more horse power than 1991 Saturn Sedan. (85 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1991 Saturn Sedan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura TL weights approximately 357 kg more than 1991 Saturn Sedan. 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, 1991 Saturn Sedan, 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Saturn Sedan. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Saturn Sedan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TL | 1991 Saturn Sedan | |
| Make | Acura | Saturn |
| Model | TL | Sedan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1093 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
