2009 Acura TL vs. 1968 Toyota Century

To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Century weights approximately 250 kg more than 2009 Acura TL.

Because 2009 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL 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 TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Century. (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Century.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Acura TL 1968 Toyota Century
Make Acura Toyota
Model TL Century
Year Released 2009 1968
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3664 cc 2981 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 305 HP 127 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 370 Nm 236 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 Weight 1450 kg 1700 kg
Vehicle Length 4970 mm 4990 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2870 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 60 L


 

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