2004 Acura MDX vs. 1967 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mitsubishi 500 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 215 more horse power than 1967 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1967 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 1440 kg more than 1967 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 1967 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 (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 1967 Mitsubishi 500 | |
| Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
| Model | MDX | 500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2070 mm |
