1984 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Acura RDX
To start off, 2012 Acura RDX is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura RDX weights approximately 913 kg more than 1984 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Acura RDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort. 2012 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 1984 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1984 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 2012 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Ford | Acura |
| Model | Escort | RDX |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2649 mm |
