2009 Acura RL vs. 1989 Audi V8
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi V8 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 45 more horse power than 1989 Audi V8. (251 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura RL weights approximately 142 kg more than 1989 Audi V8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1989 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura RL. (271 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RL | 1989 Audi V8 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | RL | V8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 80 L |
