2000 Acura MDX vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 2000 Acura MDX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord 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 181 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord.
Because 2000 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Honda Accord. 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm). This means 2000 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura MDX | 1978 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | MDX | Accord |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2390 mm |
