1971 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2013 Acura MDX
To start off, 2013 Acura MDX is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 7,725 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood (345 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2013 Acura MDX. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 154 kg more than 2013 Acura MDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood 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 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood. 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, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood (679 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura MDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2013 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Acura |
| Model | Fleetwood | MDX |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7725 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2223 kg | 2069 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5810 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2238 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1733 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2750 mm |
