2008 Acura TL vs. 1986 Renault Alpine
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Alpine 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 86 more horse power than 1986 Renault Alpine. (200 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura TL weights approximately 270 kg more than 1986 Renault Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Renault Alpine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL 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 TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Alpine. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 1986 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | TL | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |
