2005 Acura MDX vs. 1976 Buick Estate
To start off, 2005 Acura MDX is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura MDX (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1976 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 134 kg more than 1976 Buick Estate. 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 1976 Buick Estate. 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, 1976 Buick Estate (435 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 1976 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 1976 Buick Estate | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | MDX | Estate |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 6598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |
