2009 Acura TL vs. 1990 Audi Coupe
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi Coupe 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 (306 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1990 Audi Coupe. (217 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TL weights approximately 432 kg more than 1990 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi Coupe. (315 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi Coupe. 2009 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 1990 Audi Coupe has manual transmission. 1990 Audi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Acura TL | 1990 Audi Coupe | |
Make | Acura | Audi |
Model | TL | Coupe |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 2226 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |