1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Acura RDX
To start off, 2011 Acura RDX is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (295 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2011 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura RDX weights approximately 311 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2011 Acura RDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura RDX. (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura RDX. 2011 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 1988 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
| Model | Corvette | RDX |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2649 mm |
