1997 Toyota Supra vs. 2012 Acura RDX
To start off, 2012 Acura RDX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2012 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2012 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura RDX weights approximately 163 kg more than 1997 Toyota Supra.
Because 2012 Acura RDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Supra. 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, 1997 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura RDX. (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura RDX. 2012 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota Supra has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota Supra 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:
| 1997 Toyota Supra | 2012 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Toyota | Acura |
| Model | Supra | RDX |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
