2008 Acura TL vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura TL weights approximately 519 kg more than 1974 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 TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | TL | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2340 mm |
