2004 Acura MDX vs. 1978 Toyota Sprinter
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 Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (265 HP) has 205 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 1206 kg more than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. 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 (343 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 1978 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | MDX | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2380 mm |
