1995 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2012 Acura RDX
To start off, 2012 Acura RDX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura RDX weights approximately 179 kg more than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. 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 1995 Ford Thunderbird. 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, 1995 Ford Thunderbird (447 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura RDX. (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Thunderbird | 2012 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Ford | Acura |
| Model | Thunderbird | RDX |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2649 mm |
