1996 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Acura MDX
To start off, 2011 Acura MDX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord 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 152 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura MDX weights approximately 724 kg more than 1996 Honda Accord. 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 1996 Honda Accord. 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord. 2011 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Accord | 2011 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Honda | Acura |
| Model | Accord | MDX |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1732 mm |
