1977 Vauxhall Chevette vs. 2010 Acura RDX
To start off, 2010 Acura RDX is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Vauxhall Chevette 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 107 more horse power than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura RDX weights approximately 808 kg more than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Vauxhall Chevette 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 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. 2010 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 1977 Vauxhall Chevette has manual transmission. 1977 Vauxhall Chevette 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:
| 1977 Vauxhall Chevette | 2010 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Acura |
| Model | Chevette | RDX |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1698 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2649 mm |
