2008 Acura TL vs. 1988 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Cedric 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 196 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Cedric. (90 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 196 kg more than 2008 Acura TL.
Because 1988 Nissan Cedric is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Nissan Cedric. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Cedric. (173 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 1988 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | TL | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2740 mm |
