2000 Acura MDX vs. 1980 Buick Electra
To start off, 2000 Acura MDX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura MDX (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra.
Because 2000 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Buick Electra. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Electra. (278 Nm). This means 2000 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura MDX | 1980 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | MDX | Electra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |
