1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Acura RDX
To start off, 2010 Acura RDX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,680 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura RDX weights approximately 596 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2010 Acura RDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (678 Nm) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura RDX. (352 Nm). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura RDX. 2010 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 1998 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
| Model | Corvette | RDX |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5680 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |
