2004 Acura MDX vs. 1992 Renault Alpine
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault Alpine 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1992 Renault Alpine. (251 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 626 kg more than 1992 Renault Alpine. 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 1992 Renault Alpine. 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, 1992 Renault Alpine (351 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 1992 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 1992 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | MDX | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 80 L |
