2005 Acura MDX vs. 1980 Buick Electra
To start off, 2005 Acura MDX is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 280 kg more than 1980 Buick Electra. 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 1980 Buick Electra. 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 (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 1980 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | MDX | Electra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3464 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 95 L |
