2009 Acura RDX vs. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 Acura RDX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RDX (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 361 kg more than 2009 Acura RDX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (408 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura RDX. (260 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura RDX | 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | RDX | Suburban |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2297 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 2145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3350 mm |