1975 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Acura RDX
To start off, 2010 Acura RDX is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort 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 197 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura RDX weights approximately 873 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Acura RDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort. 2010 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 1975 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1975 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 2010 Acura RDX | |
Make | Ford | Acura |
Model | Escort | RDX |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1096 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1783 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1869 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 68 L |