2006 Acura MDX vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura MDX (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 125 kg more than 2006 Acura MDX.
Because 2006 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 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, 2006 Acura MDX (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (279 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura MDX | 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Acura | Oldsmobile |
Model | MDX | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2960 mm |