2008 Acura RDX vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 2008 Acura RDX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort 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 166 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura RDX weights approximately 320 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. 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 1995 Ford Escort. 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 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort. 2008 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 1995 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1995 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RDX | 1995 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | RDX | Escort |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
