2007 Proton Satria vs. 1996 Acura RL
To start off, 2007 Proton Satria is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2007 Proton Satria. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2007 Proton Satria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Acura RL weights approximately 516 kg more than 2007 Proton Satria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Satria. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Satria. 1996 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2007 Proton Satria has manual transmission. 2007 Proton Satria will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Proton Satria | 1996 Acura RL | |
| Make | Proton | Acura |
| Model | Satria | RL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1159 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2920 mm |
