2005 Acura MDX vs. 1985 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2005 Acura MDX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 151 kg more than 1985 Chevrolet Astro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm). This means 2005 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 1985 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | MDX | Astro |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |
