2008 Acura RDX vs. 1986 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2008 Acura RDX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Crown. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura RDX weights approximately 180 kg more than 1986 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura RDX | 1986 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | RDX | Crown |
Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |