2007 Acura RDX vs. 1958 Ford 17
To start off, 2007 Acura RDX is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford 17 would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1958 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford 17.
Because 2007 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ford 17. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford 17. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford 17. 2007 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 1958 Ford 17 has manual transmission. 1958 Ford 17 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RDX | 1958 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | RDX | 17 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
