1983 Toyota Crown vs. 2010 Acura MDX
To start off, 2010 Acura MDX is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Crown. (176 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura MDX weights approximately 564 kg more than 1983 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Crown. (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Toyota Crown | 2010 Acura MDX | |
Make | Toyota | Acura |
Model | Crown | MDX |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2954 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2064 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 79 L |