The Specs:
1997 Acura CL 2.2
Market segment: sporty/executive coupe Typical market competition: Mercury Cougar XR7, Ford Thunderbird LX, BMW 318is, Buick Regal Custom, Chevrolet Monte Carlo Coupe/Z34, Chrysler Sebring LXi, Honda Accord EX-R Coupe, Nissan 240SX SE, Toyota Camry LE Coupe, Mazda MX-6 Mystere LS Engine: (front engine/front-wheel drive) 2.2 litre inline four-cylinder with four valves per cylinder operated by a single overhead camshaft; electronic engine management/fuel injection; 145 hp. @ 5,500 rpm; torque rated at 147 ft-lbs at 4,500 rpm Transmission: five-speed manual or optional four-speed electronically controlled automatic Steering: rack-and-pinion, power-assisted Brakes: front disc/rear disc, standard anti-lock (ABS) Tires: P205/55R16 Michelin MXV4 all-season radials Wheelbase: 2,715 mm (106.9 in.) Curb weight: 1,365 kg (3,009 lbs) for manual