2009 Acura RL vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RL | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | RL | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2340 mm |
