2000 Acura MDX vs. 1986 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2000 Acura MDX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Carina 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 161 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Carina.
Because 2000 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Toyota Carina. 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm). This means 2000 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura MDX | 1986 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | MDX | Carina |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
