1990 Rover 400 vs. 2012 Acura RDX
To start off, 2012 Acura RDX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rover 400 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 125 more horse power than 1990 Rover 400. (115 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura RDX weights approximately 708 kg more than 1990 Rover 400. 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 1990 Rover 400. 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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400. 2012 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 1990 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1990 Rover 400 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:
1990 Rover 400 | 2012 Acura RDX | |
Make | Rover | Acura |
Model | 400 | RDX |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1783 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1869 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2649 mm |