2007 Acura RDX vs. 1997 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2007 Acura RDX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lancia Zeta 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 95 more horse power than 1997 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia Zeta.
Because 2007 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Lancia Zeta. 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia Zeta. (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia Zeta. 2007 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 1997 Lancia Zeta has manual transmission. 1997 Lancia Zeta 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 | 1997 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Acura | Lancia |
| Model | RDX | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
