2009 Acura TL vs. 1998 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda Laputa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda Laputa 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 224 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TL | 1998 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | TL | Laputa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 30 L |
