2007 Acura RDX vs. 1979 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2007 Acura RDX is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1979 Ford Fairlane. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Fairlane.
Because 2007 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Fairlane. 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Fairlane. (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RDX | 1979 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | RDX | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2950 mm |
