2008 Acura TSX vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Acura TSX is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura TSX weights approximately 419 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla. 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 TSX (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TSX | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | TSX | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2340 mm |
