2003 Acura MDX vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2003 Acura MDX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura MDX weights approximately 430 kg more than 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 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 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura MDX. (333 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura MDX | 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Acura | Oldsmobile |
Model | MDX | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2820 mm |