1995 Honda Today vs. 2013 Acura MDX
To start off, 2013 Acura MDX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Today 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 253 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura MDX weights approximately 1359 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today. 2013 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 1995 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1995 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Today | 2013 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Honda | Acura |
| Model | Today | MDX |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2069 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2238 mm |
