2004 Acura MDX vs. 1959 Berkeley Twosome
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 1728 kg more than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. 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 1959 Berkeley Twosome. 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 (343 Nm) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 1959 Berkeley Twosome | |
| Make | Acura | Berkeley |
| Model | MDX | Twosome |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 25 L |
