2004 Acura MDX vs. 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 489 kg more than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
| Make | Acura | Austin-Healey |
| Model | MDX | Tickford |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1954 |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2600 mm |
