2000 Acura MDX vs. 1990 Subaru XT
To start off, 2000 Acura MDX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Subaru XT 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 127 more horse power than 1990 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru XT.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru XT. (196 Nm). This means 2000 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura MDX | 1990 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Acura | Subaru |
| Model | MDX | XT |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
