2004 Acura MDX vs. 1970 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2004 Acura MDX. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 1086 kg more than 1970 Ford GT 40.
Because 2004 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford GT 40. 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 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 1970 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | MDX | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 125 L |
