2004 Acura MDX vs. 1955 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 5,318 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. (200 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 346 kg more than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 (450 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 1955 Oldsmobile 88 | |
| Make | Acura | Oldsmobile |
| Model | MDX | 88 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 5318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3110 mm |
