2000 Acura MDX vs. 1994 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2000 Acura MDX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan Laurel 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 138 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Laurel. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Laurel.
Because 2000 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Nissan Laurel. 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Laurel. (171 Nm). This means 2000 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura MDX | 1994 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | MDX | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 171 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 | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
