2009 Acura RDX vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2009 Acura RDX is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RDX (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura RDX weights approximately 824 kg more than 1955 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Acura RDX (260 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura RDX | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Acura | Wartburg |
Model | RDX | 312 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2297 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |