2009 Acura TSX vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2009 Acura TSX is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TSX weights approximately 898 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Acura TSX (231 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TSX | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | TSX | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
