2003 Acura MDX vs. 1979 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 2003 Acura MDX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2003 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura MDX weights approximately 30 kg more than 1979 De Tomaso Deauville.
Because 2003 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 De Tomaso Deauville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1979 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura MDX. (333 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura MDX | 1979 De Tomaso Deauville | |
| Make | Acura | De Tomaso |
| Model | MDX | Deauville |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
