2008 Acura RL vs. 1999 Honda Today
To start off, 2008 Acura RL is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Today 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 243 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura RL weights approximately 564 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura RL | 1999 Honda Today | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | RL | Today |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |