1973 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2012 Acura RDX
To start off, 2012 Acura RDX is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura RDX weights approximately 889 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Acura RDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Volkswagen Passat | 2012 Acura RDX | |
Make | Volkswagen | Acura |
Model | Passat | RDX |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1783 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1869 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2649 mm |