1998 Rover 400 vs. 2013 Acura RDX
To start off, 2013 Acura RDX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 400 would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1998 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura RDX weights approximately 629 kg more than 1998 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Acura RDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Rover 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Acura RDX (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 400. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 400. 2013 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 1998 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1998 Rover 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Rover 400 | 2013 Acura RDX | |
Make | Rover | Acura |
Model | 400 | RDX |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1394 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1749 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1678 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2685 mm |