2004 Acura MDX vs. 1996 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Oldsmobile SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Oldsmobile SS would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1996 Oldsmobile SS. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1996 Oldsmobile SS.
Because 2004 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Oldsmobile SS. 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 (343 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Oldsmobile SS. (318 Nm). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Oldsmobile SS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 1996 Oldsmobile SS | |
| Make | Acura | Oldsmobile |
| Model | MDX | SS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1900 mm |
