2009 Acura TL vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter 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) has 245 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TL weights approximately 610 kg more than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. 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 TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TL | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | TL | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2380 mm |
