2008 Acura RL vs. 1969 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 2008 Acura RL is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura RL weights approximately 694 kg more than 1969 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Toyota Sport 800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Sport 800. (67 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura RL | 1969 Toyota Sport 800 | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | RL | Sport 800 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 788 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 67 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 75 L |