1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Acura RDX
To start off, 2012 Acura RDX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2012 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura RDX weights approximately 260 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2012 Acura RDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura RDX. (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Acura RDX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
Model | Corvette | RDX |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
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 | 325 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1783 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1869 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 68 L |