1964 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Acura RDX
To start off, 2013 Acura RDX is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2013 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura RDX weights approximately 369 kg more than 1964 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2013 Acura RDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura RDX. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1964 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Acura RDX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
Model | Corvette | RDX |
Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1749 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1678 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |