2002 Acura MDX vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2002 Acura MDX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 80 more horse power than 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura MDX weights approximately 440 kg more than 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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 1994 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, 2002 Acura MDX (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura MDX | 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Acura | Oldsmobile |
| Model | MDX | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3470 cc | 3134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
