2004 Acura MDX vs. 1993 Audi V8
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1993 Audi V8. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1993 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 225 kg more than 1993 Audi V8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Audi V8. (340 Nm). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 1993 Audi V8 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | MDX | V8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 80 L |
