2005 Acura MDX vs. 1993 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2005 Acura MDX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Lumina 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 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Lumina. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 631 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Lumina. 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 1993 Chevrolet Lumina. 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Lumina. (237 Nm). This means 2005 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 1993 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | MDX | Lumina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2740 mm |
