2004 Acura MDX vs. 1983 Hummer H1
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Hummer H1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Hummer H1 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Hummer H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1983 Hummer H1. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1983 Hummer H1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Hummer H1 weights approximately 751 kg more than 2004 Acura MDX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Hummer H1 (407 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 1983 Hummer H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 1983 Hummer H1 | |
| Make | Acura | Hummer |
| Model | MDX | H1 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3310 mm |
