2004 Acura MDX vs. 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 7,725 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood (345 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2004 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 253 kg more than 2004 Acura MDX. 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 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood. 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, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood (679 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura MDX. (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | MDX | Fleetwood |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 7725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 679 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2223 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3380 mm |
