1974 Toyota Corona vs. 2010 Acura RDX
To start off, 2010 Acura RDX is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura RDX weights approximately 488 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Toyota Corona 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 1974 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corona. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Corona | 2010 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Toyota | Acura |
| Model | Corona | RDX |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2253 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1698 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2649 mm |
