1976 Ford Fairlane vs. 2013 Acura RDX
To start off, 2013 Acura RDX is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1976 Ford Fairlane. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura RDX weights approximately 297 kg more than 1976 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Acura RDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Acura RDX (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Fairlane. (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Fairlane | 2013 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Ford | Acura |
| Model | Fairlane | RDX |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1749 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1678 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2685 mm |
