2009 Acura TL vs. 1987 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (306 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1987 Avanti Avanti. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1987 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TL weights approximately 152 kg more than 1987 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Avanti Avanti. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TL | 1987 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Acura | Avanti |
| Model | TL | Avanti |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3400 mm |
