2000 Acura MDX vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Omega
To start off, 2000 Acura MDX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Omega 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 172 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Omega. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Omega.
Because 2000 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Oldsmobile Omega. 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Oldsmobile Omega. (183 Nm). This means 2000 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Oldsmobile Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura MDX | 1979 Oldsmobile Omega | |
| Make | Acura | Oldsmobile |
| Model | MDX | Omega |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
