1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire vs. 2013 Acura MDX
To start off, 2013 Acura MDX is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire 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 85 more horse power than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. (215 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura MDX weights approximately 772 kg more than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura MDX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura MDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | 2013 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Acura |
| Model | Jetfire | MDX |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3531 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 2069 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2238 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1733 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 79 L |
