2008 Acura RL vs. 1976 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2008 Acura RL is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Sprinter 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) has 230 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura RL weights approximately 434 kg more than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RL | 1976 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | RL | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2380 mm |
