2005 Acura MDX vs. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2005 Acura MDX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura MDX (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 299 kg more than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. 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 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. 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 (343 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. (333 Nm). This means 2005 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 1983 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | MDX | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 5001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |
