2004 Acura MDX vs. 1993 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Dodge Spirit 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 88 more horse power than 1993 Dodge Spirit. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1993 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 654 kg more than 1993 Dodge Spirit. 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 1993 Dodge Spirit. 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, 2004 Acura MDX (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Dodge Spirit. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 1993 Dodge Spirit | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | MDX | Spirit |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
