2002 Acura MDX vs. 1978 Toyota Corona

To start off, 2002 Acura MDX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,470 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura MDX weights approximately 970 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Toyota Corona. 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, 2002 Acura MDX (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona. 2002 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 1978 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1978 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Acura MDX 1978 Toyota Corona
Make Acura Toyota
Model MDX Corona
Year Released 2002 1978
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3470 cc 1588 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 238 HP 82 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 332 Nm 133 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 88.9 mm 81.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 77 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1970 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2510 mm


 

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