2009 Acura RL vs. 1993 Toyota Century
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Century. (154 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Century.
Because 2009 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RL | 1993 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | RL | Century |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2870 mm |
