2009 Acura RDX vs. 1978 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2009 Acura RDX is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,568 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1978 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1978 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 130 kg more than 2009 Acura RDX.
Because 2009 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1978 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura RDX. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura RDX. 2009 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 1978 Avanti Avanti has manual transmission. 1978 Avanti Avanti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RDX | 1978 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Acura | Avanti |
| Model | RDX | Avanti |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 6568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |
