2009 Acura RDX vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 2009 Acura RDX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford LTD (297 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2009 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 340 kg more than 2009 Acura RDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford LTD. 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, 1979 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura RDX. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RDX | 1979 Ford LTD | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | RDX | LTD |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3080 mm |
