Well, my uncle bought a 1996 Acura TL fully loaded about 2 weeks ago from a costumer of his shop. After some engine work, he says the car is running great, if asked if I want it to replace my max as my daily driver. If I agree, then my max will go to my cousin. Haven't test driven it myself yet, but here are some specs I dug up:

3.2 liter V6
200 HP @ 5300 RPM
210 lbs/tq @ 4500 RPM
0-60 in 8.02 , 1/4 in 16.29 @ 89.40 MPH

Doesn't seem that much quicker than a VG, but then again, it's a newer car. I can't decide! I'm going to test drive it next week to help with my decision. What do you guys think? Anyone own a first gen TL before?

-Gordon

 

auto acura = yuck

dont mind me though im sure its a nice car

 

how many miles on it? if its reasonable, I'd say go for it. As long as the paint's good and its in better shape than the car you have, go ahead.

 

Doesn't seem better than a VG? 40 more hp and 30 more lbs/tq...that shouldbe enough, I love the Acura TLs, such a smooth ride...get it! Then let me buy your Maxima...skip yo cousin!

 

wow ..im surprised....most org member would probably be bashing the idea of you getting honda/acura car. its all about what you feel comfortable in. if its a smooth ride with low miles and descent body,then cop that joint!!!

 

milage isn't really low it's got 140k on the clock. the exterior is still a good shape, the interior is a bit smaller than the max though. i'll try to get some pics. cool sig btw spencediggy

 

it seems a hard choice, sort of. i prefer the maxima's styling. that is what would decide it for me if i were in your shoes.

i've never driven the TL. if it is a 5spd, the choice is harder. if it is auto, forget it. that would decide it for me.

personally i'd never consider a honda. the upside here is that the car is newer. and lots of aftermarket mods are available for it.

 

Never came in a 5spd according to carpoint.

 

mrgones right its an auto and in this case i dont think it could be converted

i think the TL type s became avalible with a 6spd in 02

 

then forget it.

no go.

 

1/4 mile time sucks though. Seems like the VG auto. They are nice cars. Try looking for some TL forums to see what type of potential this car has.

 

I had a legend with 200+ on it got rid of it cause
A. Trans was going
b. I needed 4 doors.

 

I had a legend with 150k on it and the trans went. $3500 min. to repair, don't do it.

 

That is what sucked about import discontinued trans. Costs soo much to fix and you're forced to do it becuase finding a tranny will cost the same price.

 

gonna test drive it tuesday. one thing i can't get over is the smaller cabin size than the max

 

i dont really under stand what your thinking i mean if you just did a 5 speed swap on your max what drove you to do it since you aparently dont care if your next car is a stick. do you not like driving a manual or somthing

 

Maybe if I was still speed crazed then yes I would like my next car to be a manual. I spent more on stereo than performance mods. But for now, I just want a car that is comfy and dependable.

Drove the Acura today. Overall it's ok. Power delivery is smooth, but doesn't have the low end like the VG. The cabin is smaller than I would like it to be. So final verdict....

I think I'm gonna drive the max for a few more years

 

Good idea.

 

excellent. let's spread some mugen hate now.

 

It is also heavier than the Maxima so that will suck up the hp/tq.