2004 Acura MDX vs. 1969 Cadillac Calais
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1969 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1969 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 56 kg more than 2004 Acura MDX.
Because 2004 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Cadillac Calais. 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, 1969 Cadillac Calais (710 Nm) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 1969 Cadillac Calais | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | MDX | Calais |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 710 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 82 L |
