Some info for 2.5tl owners
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PERFORMANCE: The 2.5TL is powered by an unusual engine, a 176 horsepower aluminum alloy five-cylinder unit with programmed fuel injection, a two-stage intake manifold, and a single overhead camshaft operating four-valves per cylinder. It is mounted longitudinally in the chassis for optimum weight distribution, and tilted 35 degrees for a lower center of gravity and lower hoodline. It drives the front wheels through a four-speed electronically-controlled automatic transmission that utilizes the Grade Logic Control system, which utilizes fuzzy logic to reduce gear hunting during uphill and downhill driving. The engine's power and torque characteristics are well-matched to the transmission's gear ratios, and the transmission shifts quickly, reasonably smoothly, and quietly.
CONCLUSION: Acura's new TL series foreshadows future offerings from the first of the Japanese luxury car makers, and bodes well for the marque. It offers excellent comfort and convenience, and purposeful performance and handling in a smooth, well-designed package.
SPECIFICATIONS:
1996 ACURA TL 2.5 FOUR-DOOR SEDAN
Base Price $ 29,950
Price As Tested $ 30,478
Engine Type I-5, sohc - 20v, mpfi
Engine Size 2.5 liter/150 cid
Horsepower 176 @ 6300
Torque (ft/lbs) 170 @ 3900
Wheelbase/Length 112"/192"
Transmission four speed automatic w/overdrive
Curb Weight 3290 lbs.
Pounds per Horsepower 18.7
Fuel Capacity 17.2 gal.
Fuel Requirement Unleaded premium (96 oct)
Tires Bridgestone Potenza P205/60HR16 m+s
Brakes vented disc/disc, ABS standard
Drive Train front engine/front drive
PERFORMANCE
EPA Economy - miles per gallon
city/highway/observed 20/25/21.4
0 to 60 mph 9.3 sec
1/4 mi (E.T.) 17.4 sec
Coefficient of Drag (Cd) 0.35
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CONCLUSION: Acura's new TL series foreshadows future offerings from the first of the Japanese luxury car makers, and bodes well for the marque. It offers excellent comfort and convenience, and purposeful performance and handling in a smooth, well-designed package.
SPECIFICATIONS:
1996 ACURA TL 2.5 FOUR-DOOR SEDAN
Base Price $ 29,950
Price As Tested $ 30,478
Engine Type I-5, sohc - 20v, mpfi
Engine Size 2.5 liter/150 cid
Horsepower 176 @ 6300
Torque (ft/lbs) 170 @ 3900
Wheelbase/Length 112"/192"
Transmission four speed automatic w/overdrive
Curb Weight 3290 lbs.
Pounds per Horsepower 18.7
Fuel Capacity 17.2 gal.
Fuel Requirement Unleaded premium (96 oct)
Tires Bridgestone Potenza P205/60HR16 m+s
Brakes vented disc/disc, ABS standard
Drive Train front engine/front drive
PERFORMANCE
EPA Economy - miles per gallon
city/highway/observed 20/25/21.4
0 to 60 mph 9.3 sec
1/4 mi (E.T.) 17.4 sec
Coefficient of Drag (Cd) 0.35
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Here are some cool Inspire/Saber design pics I found after digging through loads of Japanese-character rubbish :o
http://www.cardomain.com/memberpage/511482/4
http://www.cardomain.com/memberpage/511482/4
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I've heard of the "Secret Service" website for Inspire, Vigor, and Sabre.
http://secretservice.jp/
Haven't seen the straight 5 one. And yes that is an awesome name. I had to think about it for a moment before the connection was made.
http://secretservice.jp/
Haven't seen the straight 5 one. And yes that is an awesome name. I had to think about it for a moment before the connection was made.
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Talking about my name? If so, i appreciate it! It seems to cause controversy every once in a while, but who cares... If you know anything about acuras then it's no problem lol
I've been watching these forums for the longest time (probably since before the famous "how to remove the yellow condoms" thread surfaced lol), and i have to say it's one awesome site.
I have to say I'm really missing Dom's TL though.. everything on his car was inspirational to me - made me realize how nice TL's really are
Thanks again guys...
Oh, what do yall think of my car so far? I've lost the trunk whip and the flag, but other than that, it's pretty much the same![Smile](https://acurazine.com/forums/images/smilies/smile.gif)
And yes, the black stripe is there for one reason only... I swear - at dusk, with the running lights (in the tails) on and the stripe there, looks just like a cop car... scares people to death
the shape of the rear lights is perfect at night!
I've been watching these forums for the longest time (probably since before the famous "how to remove the yellow condoms" thread surfaced lol), and i have to say it's one awesome site.
I have to say I'm really missing Dom's TL though.. everything on his car was inspirational to me - made me realize how nice TL's really are
![Smile](https://acurazine.com/forums/images/smilies/smile.gif)
Thanks again guys...
Oh, what do yall think of my car so far? I've lost the trunk whip and the flag, but other than that, it's pretty much the same
![Smile](https://acurazine.com/forums/images/smilies/smile.gif)
And yes, the black stripe is there for one reason only... I swear - at dusk, with the running lights (in the tails) on and the stripe there, looks just like a cop car... scares people to death
![Smile](https://acurazine.com/forums/images/smilies/smile.gif)
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