2006 Acura MDX vs. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 6,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado (385 HP) has 132 more horse power than 2006 Acura MDX. (253 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 543 kg more than 2006 Acura MDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado. 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 Oldsmobile Toronado (645 Nm) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura MDX. (340 Nm). This means 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Acura | Oldsmobile |
| Model | MDX | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 6967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 645 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2118 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |
