2003 Acura MDX vs. 1979 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2003 Acura MDX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1979 Ford Fairlane. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura MDX weights approximately 570 kg more than 1979 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Fairlane. 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, 2003 Acura MDX (333 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Fairlane. (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura MDX | 1979 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | MDX | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |
