2004 Acura MDX vs. 1978 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 775 kg more than 1978 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Acura MDX (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 1978 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | MDX | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
