2004 Acura MDX vs. 1959 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Wartburg 311 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 229 more horse power than 1959 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1959 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 1059 kg more than 1959 Wartburg 311. 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 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura MDX | 1959 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Acura | Wartburg |
Model | MDX | 311 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 82 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |