2005 Acura MDX vs. 1991 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Acura MDX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura MDX (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 404 kg more than 1991 Toyota Previa. 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 1991 Toyota Previa. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm). This means 2005 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 1991 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | MDX | Previa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2436 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 75 L |
