2010 Acura RL vs. 1971 Ford Escort
To start off, 2010 Acura RL is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1971 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura RL weights approximately 1047 kg more than 1971 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Acura RL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura RL 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, 2010 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Escort. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Acura RL | 1971 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | RL | Escort |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4971 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1847 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1453 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2799 mm | 2400 mm |
