2002 Acura MDX vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2002 Acura MDX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (248 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura MDX weights approximately 170 kg more than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 2002 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (502 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura MDX. (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura MDX | 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Acura | Oldsmobile |
| Model | MDX | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3470 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
