2004 Acura MDX vs. 1964 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mitsubishi 500 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 242 more horse power than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 1485 kg more than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. 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 1964 Mitsubishi 500. 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 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 1964 Mitsubishi 500 | |
| Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
| Model | MDX | 500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2070 mm |
