2004 Acura MDX vs. 1968 AMC AMX
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 AMC AMX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 AMC AMX would be higher. At 6,386 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 AMC AMX (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2004 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 593 kg more than 1968 AMC AMX.
Because 2004 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 AMC AMX. 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, 1968 AMC AMX (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura MDX. (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 1968 AMC AMX | |
| Make | Acura | AMC |
| Model | MDX | AMX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 6386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 105.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
