2002 Acura MDX vs. 1991 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 2002 Acura MDX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Italdesign Nazca (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2002 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura MDX.
Because 2002 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Italdesign Nazca. 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, 1991 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura MDX. (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura MDX. 2002 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 1991 Italdesign Nazca has manual transmission. 1991 Italdesign Nazca 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 | 1991 Italdesign Nazca | |
| Make | Acura | Italdesign |
| Model | MDX | Nazca |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3470 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
