2006 Acura MDX vs. 1979 Dodge Mirada
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Dodge Mirada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Dodge Mirada would be higher. At 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura MDX (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 426 kg more than 2006 Acura MDX.
Because 2006 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Dodge Mirada. 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, 1979 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura MDX. (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 1979 Dodge Mirada | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | MDX | Mirada |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 5209 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2870 mm |
