2005 Acura MDX vs. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2005 Acura MDX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 265 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 69 kg more than 2005 Acura MDX.
Because 2005 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado. 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, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Acura | Oldsmobile |
| Model | MDX | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 108 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 91 L |
