2010 Acura RDX vs. 1999 Holden Astra
To start off, 2010 Acura RDX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Astra would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1999 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura RDX weights approximately 548 kg more than 1999 Holden Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2010 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Acura RDX | 1999 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Acura | Holden |
| Model | RDX | Astra |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4636 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1869 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1654 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2610 mm |
