1973 Volkswagen SP2 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 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen SP2 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 165 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura RDX weights approximately 808 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Volkswagen SP2 | 2011 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Acura |
| Model | SP2 | RDX |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1698 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2649 mm |
