2005 Acura MDX vs. 1958 Trabant P 50
To start off, 2005 Acura MDX is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Trabant P 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Trabant P 50 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1958 Trabant P 50. (18 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1958 Trabant P 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 1396 kg more than 1958 Trabant P 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Trabant P 50. (41 Nm). This means 2005 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Trabant P 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 1958 Trabant P 50 | |
| Make | Acura | Trabant |
| Model | MDX | P 50 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2030 mm |
