2008 Acura TSX vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Acura TSX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 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 141 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura TSX weights approximately 338 kg more than 1984 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 TSX (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TSX | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | TSX | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
