2003 Acura MDX vs. 1990 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Acura MDX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura MDX weights approximately 955 kg more than 1990 Toyota Corolla. 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 1990 Toyota Corolla. 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 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura MDX | 1990 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | MDX | Corolla |
Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |