2004 Acura MDX vs. 1958 Allard Palm Beach
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (188 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. 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 1958 Allard Palm Beach. 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, 2004 Acura MDX (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Allard Palm Beach.
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2004 Acura MDX | 1958 Allard Palm Beach | |
Make | Acura | Allard |
Model | MDX | Palm Beach |
Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 38 L |