2009 Acura RDX vs. 1976 Buick Estate
To start off, 2009 Acura RDX is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1976 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Estate weights approximately 434 kg more than 2009 Acura RDX.
Because 2009 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1976 Buick Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura RDX. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura RDX | 1976 Buick Estate | |
Make | Acura | Buick |
Model | RDX | Estate |
Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2300 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1884 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2950 mm |