1990 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Acura RDX
To start off, 2010 Acura RDX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 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 151 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura RDX weights approximately 758 kg more than 1990 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 1990 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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Escort | 2010 Acura RDX | |
Make | Ford | Acura |
Model | Escort | RDX |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1783 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1869 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2649 mm |