2011 Toyota Prius vs. 1998 Acura RL
To start off, 2011 Toyota Prius is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Acura RL weights approximately 295 kg more than 2011 Toyota Prius. 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, 1998 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota Prius | 1998 Acura RL | |
| Make | Toyota | Acura |
| Model | Prius | RL |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 3472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1745 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
