2005 Acura MDX vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Acura MDX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,464 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (99 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. 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 (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | MDX | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3464 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
