2006 Acura MDX vs. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2006 Acura MDX. (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura MDX weights approximately 112 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura MDX. (340 Nm). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | MDX | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1463 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 76 L |
