2009 Acura TL vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Celica 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 161 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Celica.
Because 1982 Toyota Celica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TL | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | TL | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2620 mm |
