1956 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 2013 Acura MDX
To start off, 2013 Acura MDX is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura MDX weights approximately 304 kg more than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura MDX 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, 2013 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jaguar MK VIII | 2013 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Jaguar | Acura |
| Model | MK VIII | MDX |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.2 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2069 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2238 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1733 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 79 L |
