2006 Acura MDX vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura MDX (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura MDX weights approximately 55 kg more than 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep. 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, 2006 Acura MDX (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep. (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
| Model | MDX | Jeep |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
