2004 Acura MDX vs. 1977 Toyota Century
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Century. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 254 kg more than 1977 Toyota Century. 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 1977 Toyota Century. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Century. (270 Nm). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 1977 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | MDX | Century |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 3374 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2870 mm |
