2009 Acura TSX vs. 1981 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Acura TSX is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord 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 121 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TSX weights approximately 858 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 TSX (231 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TSX | 1981 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | TSX | Accord |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
