2007 Acura RDX vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2007 Acura RDX is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 2007 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura RDX. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RDX | 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Acura | Oldsmobile |
| Model | RDX | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2960 mm |
