2000 Acura MDX vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2000 Acura MDX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura MDX (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 2000 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Acura MDX (346 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (251 Nm). This means 2000 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura MDX | 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Acura | Oldsmobile |
| Model | MDX | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
