2005 Acura MDX vs. 1974 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Acura MDX is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corona 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 169 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 846 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corona. (162 Nm). This means 2005 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 1974 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | MDX | Corona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
