2005 Acura MDX vs. 1984 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2005 Acura MDX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. (227 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 608 kg more than 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. 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 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 1984 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 1984 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | MDX | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 68 L |
