2009 Acura RL vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica 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 (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura RL weights approximately 670 kg more than 1980 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Acura RL (271 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RL | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | RL | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2640 mm |
