1971 Toyota Carina vs. 2011 Acura MDX
To start off, 2011 Acura MDX is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura MDX weights approximately 1114 kg more than 1971 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Toyota Carina | 2011 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Toyota | Acura |
| Model | Carina | MDX |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2751 mm |
