2003 Acura MDX vs. 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX
To start off, 2003 Acura MDX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX 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 137 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. (101 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura MDX weights approximately 300 kg more than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2003 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura MDX | 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX | |
| Make | Acura | Daihatsu |
| Model | MDX | Fourtrak TDX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
