2007 Acura TSX vs. 1985 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Acura TSX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Corolla.
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 TSX (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TSX | 1985 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | TSX | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2440 mm |
