2008 Acura RL vs. 1989 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2008 Acura RL is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. (238 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2008 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RL | 1989 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | RL | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 467 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2580 mm |
