2009 Acura RDX vs. 1995 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2009 Acura RDX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2009 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1000 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 1995 Bentley Azure. 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, 1995 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura RDX. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RDX | 1995 Bentley Azure | |
| Make | Acura | Bentley |
| Model | RDX | Azure |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 6747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2970 mm |
