2009 Honda Accord vs. 1997 Acura RL
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 368 kg more than 1997 Acura RL.
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, 1997 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (234 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 1997 Acura RL | |
Make | Honda | Acura |
Model | Accord | RL |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |