2009 Acura TL vs. 1975 Honda 1300
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1975 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda 1300.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2009 Acura TL (254 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TL | 1975 Honda 1300 | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | TL | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1296 cc |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |
