1955 Oldsmobile 88 vs. 2013 Acura RDX
To start off, 2013 Acura RDX is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 5,318 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. (200 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura RDX weights approximately 49 kg more than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Acura RDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura RDX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura RDX. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura RDX. 2013 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 1955 Oldsmobile 88 has manual transmission. 1955 Oldsmobile 88 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Oldsmobile 88 | 2013 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Acura |
| Model | 88 | RDX |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5318 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1749 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1678 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2685 mm |
