2005 Acura MDX vs. 1981 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 2005 Acura MDX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,762 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Acura MDX. (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 79 kg more than 1981 De Tomaso Deauville.
Because 2005 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 De Tomaso Deauville. 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, 1981 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 1981 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 1981 De Tomaso Deauville | |
| Make | Acura | De Tomaso |
| Model | MDX | Deauville |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 5762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
