1973 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Acura RDX
To start off, 2011 Acura RDX is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura RDX weights approximately 912 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura RDX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Toyota | Acura |
| Model | Corolla | RDX |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1698 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 68 L |
